Rhymes of the East and Re-collected Verses by Dum-Dum
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About this eBook
| Author | Dum-Dum, 1869-1952 |
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| Title | Rhymes of the East and Re-collected Verses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Rhymes of the East and Re-collected Verses by Dum-Dum" is a collection of humorous and whimsical poetry written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1905. The author, Dum-Dum, explores themes related to life in colonial India, interspersed with levity, observations, and reflections on nature and relationships. This compilation largely repurposes verses previously published in "Punch" and draws from the author's own experiences during his service in India, evoking a sense of nostalgia and cultural satire. In this varied collection, Dum-Dum presents a series of poems that depict life as a colonial soldier, filled with light-hearted critiques of military life, challenges of colonial existence, and humorous takes on love and relationships. Among these poems, readers can find playful odes, whimsical anecdotes about animals and landscapes, as well as sharp observations of human nature and societal norms. The tone shifts from comical to reflective, engaging readers with vibrant imagery and wit while painting a picturesque yet critical lens on the life of expatriates in India. Overall, the volume merges personal narrative with a keen social commentary delivered through the author's unique poetic style. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- 20th century |
| Subject | India -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20370 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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