The New Oxford Book Of Light Verse
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Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: good, worn/faded. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
Wit, wordplay, and the full range of human comedy come alive in The New Oxford Book of Light Verse, a landmark anthology chosen by one of Britain's most celebrated literary figures. Kingsley Amis assembles a rich and irreverent collection that spans centuries of comic, satirical, and playful poetry — from bawdy ballads and sharp epigrams to gentle nonsense verse — presenting the tradition of light verse as a serious and sophisticated art form in its own right. The selection is broad, democratic, and deeply personal, reflecting Amis's conviction that poetry which entertains is no less valuable than poetry that instructs or grieves. Amis brings his characteristic intelligence, dry wit, and formidable critical eye to the role of editor, crafting a collection that is both a pleasure to read and a testament to the enduring power of laughter in literature. His introduction alone stands as a provocative and entertaining essay on the nature of comic verse. Whether you are a devoted poetry reader or a newcomer looking for an accessible entry point, this anthology promises to surprise, delight, and leave you reaching for just one more poem.
Author: Kingsley Amis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Oxford University Press
Genre: Poetry
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: good, worn/faded. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
Wit, wordplay, and the full range of human comedy come alive in The New Oxford Book of Light Verse, a landmark anthology chosen by one of Britain's most celebrated literary figures. Kingsley Amis assembles a rich and irreverent collection that spans centuries of comic, satirical, and playful poetry — from bawdy ballads and sharp epigrams to gentle nonsense verse — presenting the tradition of light verse as a serious and sophisticated art form in its own right. The selection is broad, democratic, and deeply personal, reflecting Amis's conviction that poetry which entertains is no less valuable than poetry that instructs or grieves. Amis brings his characteristic intelligence, dry wit, and formidable critical eye to the role of editor, crafting a collection that is both a pleasure to read and a testament to the enduring power of laughter in literature. His introduction alone stands as a provocative and entertaining essay on the nature of comic verse. Whether you are a devoted poetry reader or a newcomer looking for an accessible entry point, this anthology promises to surprise, delight, and leave you reaching for just one more poem.