The Placid Pug, and Other Rhymes by Alfred Bruce Douglas
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"The Placid Pug, and Other Rhymes" by Alfred Bruce Douglas is a collection of whimsical poems written in the early 20th century. The book uses light-hearted verse to explore various themes, often drawing playful comparisons between animals and human behaviors, while also reflecting on societal norms and characteristics. Douglas's work is marked by a sense of humor and clever wordplay, appealing to readers who enjoy poetry that delights in anthropomorphism and satirical
commentary. The poems in the collection depict various animals, such as the titular placid pug, and use their traits as metaphors for human attitudes and societal observations. Each rhyme delves into specific themes, including complacency, procreation, the allure of nature, and the contrasts between different species. For example, the placid pug represents a life of comfort and lack of ambition, while the Belgian hare symbolizes fertility and productivity. Douglas masterfully weaves these allegorical messages throughout the verses, inviting readers to chuckle and ponder the deeper meanings behind the delightful imagery and playful comparisons. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Douglas, Alfred Bruce, 1870-1945 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | P. P. |
| Title | The Placid Pug, and Other Rhymes |
| Contents | The placid pug -- Ballad for bishops -- Song for vintners -- Hymn for humble people -- Versicles for vegetarians -- Hymn for howlers -- Dirge for defeated candidates -- Poem for the proud -- Song for sidlers -- Fragment for philosophers. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by The Internet Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry, English |
| Subject | Humorous poetry, English |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45292 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45292-0 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 700 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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