The Laughing Willow by Oliver Herford

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Author Herford, Oliver, 1863-1935
Title The Laughing Willow
Verses and Pictures
Note Illustrated by the author.
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Summary "The Laughing Willow" by Oliver Herford is a collection of whimsical verses and illustrations written during the early 20th century. The book features a variety of satirical and humorous poems that comment on contemporary society and politics, utilizing a lighthearted and entertaining approach. It touches on themes of war, human behavior, and whimsical observations of life. In "The Laughing Willow," Herford presents an assortment of verses that blend humor with sharp wit, often critiquing the socio-political landscape of his time, particularly in relation to World War I. Through cleverly crafted epitaphs, observational humor, and playfully absurd scenarios, he addresses characters such as royalty and common folk alike. From light-hearted takes on Russian weddings to whimsical musings on animals and imaginary figures, the collection is a delightful exploration of creativity that delights, provokes thought, and elicits laughter, making it appealing to readers who appreciate clever wordplay and illustrated satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
Subject Humorous poetry, American
Subject Caricatures and cartoons -- United States
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EBook-No. 56357
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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