218 Results with the "Poetry" genre
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Ballad: The Modest Couple
"The Modest Couple" from "The Bab Ballads" humorously portrays the extreme bashfulness of a couple, Peter and Sarah, from their betrothal in infancy until their exceedingly modest marriage. Their relationship is characterized by excessive shyness, with both parties fainting and blushing at mere introductions. This shyness persists despite the Baron's (Peter's father) attempts to normalize their interactions, which both Sarah and Peter find coarse and alarming. Their modesty reaches a peak when, at the…-
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Ballad: The Martinet
In the humorous ballad "The Martinet" from "The Bab Ballads", the tale contrasts two captains of the ship the MANTELPIECE, depicting the shift from a happy to a tumultuous atmosphere due to the change in leadership. Initially, we hear of Captain Reece, a leader who prioritizes the needs and whims of his crew, fostering a strong bond and a contented team. Reece, being laid off, is replaced by Sir Berkely, a strict and unforgiving martinet who rules with an iron fist, utilizing whips and confinement as means…-
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Ballad: The King Of Canoodle-Dum
In "The King of Canoodle-Dum," from "The Bab Ballads," we're introduced to the adventurous tale of Frederick Gowler, a seasoned mariner who left his vessel, the Howler, during its voyage in the Caribbee. His travels brought him into the unexpected company of Calamity Pop Von Peppermint Drop, the whimsical and peculiar ruler of Canoodle-Dum. Upon their meeting, the king humorously questions Gowler's presence in a land devoid of sea, to which Gowler responds with a sorrowful narrative of mistreatment back…-
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Ballad: The Haughty Actor
In "The Haughty Actor," presented as a ballad from "The Bab Ballads," we meet Gibbs, an actor of Drury Lane, celebrated for his remarkable performance which enticed excessive admiration. This adulation, however, swells his ego to the point of vanity, especially when confronted with a lesser role in another play, which he haughtily refuses. Following this decision, a vivid dream unfolds, serving as the core of our ballad. The dream transports Gibbs into a dramatic altercation with a band of robbers, during…-
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Ballad: The Fairy Curate
In the whimsical ballad "The Fairy Curate," a fairy, described as light and airy, crosses the divide between the magical and mortal worlds by marrying an attorney from Ealing. Amidst the secrecy that shrouds their union, their love blooms, and in due course, they welcome a son they name Georgie. As Georgie matures, he gravitates towards his fairy heritage, yet chooses a profoundly earthly vocation—the clergy, aspiring to become a curate. With the unique advantage of his mother's magical assistance,…-
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Ballad: The Cunning Woman
In the bucolic lands of Arcadia, no couple shone with as much happiness as Bill and Jane. Their love was untainted by the troubles that often befuddled the society of their time—financial panics and stock market crashes were foreign to their simple, joyous existence. Bill tilled the land, while Jane nurtured the gardens; their days were filled with dance, music, and nature’s chorus, encapsulated perfectly when Bill serenaded Jane, declaring their undying love and mutual fondness. This idyllic picture,…-
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In the sea-bound legend of Captain Capel Cleggs, our tale unfolds with a vignette of maritime adventure and whimsical enchantment. Captain Cleggs, a man of moral stature if not of notable height, would often bask in the sea air by an open port, showcasing his well-formed legs, a sight so rare and captivating that it drew the attention of mermaid throngs. These sea maidens, unaccustomed to the sight of human legs, marveled at Cleggs’s limbs, considering them superior in beauty and elegance to any…
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In "The Bumboat Woman's Story," an elderly woman reminisces about her youthful days at sea and her affection for Lieutenant Belaye, a naval officer. Once thriving in her sixties, known for her charm and beloved by the Royal Fleet for her lively eyes, she provided for the ships in Portsmouth Bay, including the HOT CROSS BUN commanded by the kind-hearted Lieutenant Belaye. The lieutenant, skilled in maximizing the prestige of his small gunboat, deceives casual inquiry by conflating its tonnage with the…
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The ballad "The Bishop of Rum-Ti-Foo Again" recounts the return of a beloved bishop, Peter, to his followers after a year's absence. Peter, distinguished among his peers, brought back valuable knowledge from his journeys to his colonial congregation. Emphasizing the importance of art and education, Peter had previously introduced the Payne-cum-Lauri feat to enrich the lives of his flock in Rum-ti-Foo, aiming to spread the fruits of progress to the most remote corners. Upon his return, the bishop found…
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Ballad: The Baby’s Vengeance
In the evocative ballad "The Baby's Vengeance" from "The Bab Ballads," we are introduced to the grievous tale of Paley Voltaire of Bromptonville, who lies feverishly ill in a dirty lodging near the Polygon, Somers Town. The poem unfurls the life of Paley, an only child who has squandered an immense inheritance to the point of destitution, haunted by his bad decisions and nearing death. Recommended by a doctor to seek recovery in Madeira, a suggestion Paley cannot afford to follow, he instead requests the…-
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