Parodies of the works of English & American authors, vol. VI by Walter Hamilton
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"Parodies of the Works of English & American Authors, Vol. VI" by Walter Hamilton is a collection of literary parodies written in the late 19th century. The volume includes an array of humorous imitations of notable authors such as A. C. Swinburne, Robert Browning, and Oscar Wilde, among others. This compilation not only showcases the wit of the parodists but also provides bibliographic information for those interested in parody as a literary
genre. The opening of the work presents a thoughtful preface by the author, expressing gratitude to contributors and detailing the extensive effort involved in compiling parodies of literary merit. It highlights the diverse styles represented within the collection, including prose and verse parodies across various themes, from political to romantic. The compilation is a celebration of satire in literature, offering readers both entertainment and insight into the creative interplay between original works and their playful reinterpretations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Compiler | Hamilton, Walter, 1844-1899 |
|---|---|
| Title | Parodies of the works of English & American authors, vol. VI |
| Alternate Title | Parodies of the works of English and American authors, vol. VI |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Reeves & Turner, 1889. |
| Credits | Carol Brown, Chris Curnow, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Parodies |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70548 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2326 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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