In a segregated world where different species never mix, an aristocratic owl and a bohemian pussycat find each other and must escape society's disapproval by sailing off to a utopian land where mismatched creatures live together in harmony. Simultaneous.
<P>One of the world's most loved writers, Edward Lear has delighted whole generations of readers with his verse. Now <i>The Book of Nonsense</i> is available once again from his original publishers.</P>
An amusing collection of illustrations and rhythmic text presents a collection of colorful characters doing an array of odd and unusual activities, such as teaching owls to drink tea and dancing with a bluebottle fly.
Fanciful creatures, including the Stork, the Duck, the Owl, the Frog, and the Fimble Fowl come to build their homes on the Quangle Wangle's commodious hat.
Stories and verses, with their rich vocabulary, ringing sounds, and rolling rhythms, will delight children no matter how old they are. Read by Claire Bloom.
Utterly delightful to read aloud, and for parent and child to share, Edward Lear's humorous verses shine with irrepressible joy and rhythm. Filled with exuberantly nonsensical made-up words (like "Scroobius Pip" and "pobble"!) that tickle the funny bone, his work gives free rein to youthful imaginat ...
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