The Nutritious Newt

The Nutritious Newt,
who purchased a Round Plum-pudding
for his grand-daughter.

Edward Lear

Edward Lear was an English artist, musician, author, and poet famous for his literary nonsense and limericks. Born on May 12, 1812, in Holloway, England, Lear created a genre of literary nonsense that influenced many later English writers. He is best known for his work 'A Book of Nonsense' and 'The Owl and the Pussycat.' His whimsical style and imaginative use of language captivated both children and adults alike. Lear passed away on January 29, 1888.

Edward Lear

Book Of Nonsense Limerick 67.

Edward Lear, Simple Poetry

Book Of Nonsense Limerick 91.

Edward Lear, Simple Poetry

The Zigzag Zealous Zebra

Edward Lear, Simple Poetry

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Edward Lear, Simple Poetry

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