The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum by Wallace Irwin
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"The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum" by Wallace Irwin is a collection of poetic sonnets written in the early 20th century, specifically during the early 1900s. This innovative work takes the traditional sonnet form and infuses it with modern slang and street vernacular, giving voice to a character reflecting on love and heartbreak in a rapidly changing society. The book captures the essence of urban life and the emotional turmoil experienced by
a "hoodlum" in a candid yet humorous manner. The collection chronicles the romantic misadventures of the protagonist, Willie, as he navigates feelings of love and jealousy towards his beloved, Mame, while fending off rivals like Kid Murphy. Through a series of sonnets, Willie expresses his insecurities, frustration with societal expectations, and the complexities of love, using vibrant language filled with slang. The poems range from humorous to poignant, offering readers a glimpse into the life of a young man grappling with his self-image and romantic aspirations against a backdrop of lively urban experiences. Ultimately, Irwin's work resonates with themes of longing and heartbreak while maintaining a playful tone reflective of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Irwin, Wallace, 1876-1959 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Burgess, Gelett, 1866-1951 |
| Title | The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum |
| Credits | Produced by David A. Schwan. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Humorous poetry, American |
| Subject | Sonnets |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4756 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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