The Complete Nonsense of Edward Lear

It was the works of Edward Lear that popularized the term limerick, and since these illustrations and stories were originally created by Edward Lear about one hundred years ago, you will need to take this into consideration when reading this book. It is quaint, but entertaining in its way, though don't expect to understand its message completely. It is nonsense after all. I am glad to have it and find it inspirational when considering certain artistic projects. It is fun, but dumb and that is the intention I believe. Very Kooky and certainly wacky, it rolls on and on. Try it, you will feel saner and more rational after sampling its pages.

I am very pleased with the seller's quick delivery of the book, which is great condition!!! The book itself is funny, and yup, it's nonsense - but I do think some of the humor was of the times when it was written, and it is not that funny to me. The drawings are great though, and I enjoy looking at them. I might not read the whole book.

Yes, the Owl and the Pussycat are to be learnt and remembered by all.The other stuff falls much below.Net: If you have time and money for Brit eccentric prose - I dare notcall this poesy - go elsewhere.Try Dodgson, per esempio...

If you are a lit fan and want to share your love of reading and good poetry with your kids, this is a great book, full of ridiculous verse and equally ridiculous illustrations to go with it. I enjoy reading it, and my kids (2, 4, and 9) enjoy listening to it, even if they don't get all the references.

I enjoyed the prelude very much. As to his nonsense, it seems that limericks are best taught by doing them.

No one can write silly limericks like Edward Lear. Who cannot remember "The Owl and the Pussycat" from their childhood? it's all a great escape and a good giggle so read it and enjoy.

In August I'm going to Ireland and wanted to read some Irish Literature besides the other more refined Irish authors.

I love this book I got it as a gift and though it was used it was still in good condition. All in all it was a good buy!

It's an excellent book. I feel like I've at last found my reality and my favourite characters.

Für alle Fans des britischen Humors das Richtige!