Tobogganing on Parnassus by Franklin P. Adams
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"Tobogganing on Parnassus" by Franklin P. Adams is a collection of humorous poems and verses crafted during the early 20th century. The book showcases Adams' wittiness and satirical take on various subjects ranging from poetry to social norms, reflecting the cultural milieu of his time. The likely topic of the book revolves around an exploration of literary themes with a light-hearted and comedic lens, employing wit and wordplay to engage readers. The
collection features a variety of poems, each with its unique charm and humor. Adams creatively employs poetic forms to entertain as he comments on the quirks of society and human nature. Through verses addressing everything from the trials of love to the absurdities of life, he captures the essence of everyday experiences. Notable themes include the nature of poetry itself, musings on relationships, and humorous takes on societal expectations. Adams's playful style not only reflects his own personality as a poet but also invites readers to appreciate the lighter side of literary pursuits and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Adams, Franklin P. (Franklin Pierce), 1881-1960 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tobogganing on Parnassus |
| Credits | Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Humorous poetry, American |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6122 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06122-1 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 486 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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