218 Results with the "Poetry" genre
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Ballad: An Unfortunate Likeness
In "An Unfortunate Likeness" from *The Bab Ballads*, the narrator, an artist who has dedicated his career to painting William Shakespeare in various stages of his life, encounters an individual with a striking resemblance to the Bard himself. Excitedly, the artist believes this man would serve as the perfect model for his Shakespeare-themed artworks, acknowledging the challenges he has faced in capturing Shakespeare's iconic visage. Despite his numerous attempts to depict Shakespeare in various…-
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Ballad: A Worm Will Turn
In the ballad "A Worm Will Turn" from "The Bab Ballads," we are introduced to Bernard Jupp, a man of unyielding joviality and resilience amidst life's adversities. Bernard's optimism doesn't wane, even under the gloomiest circumstances. He faces life with a smile and a joke, making light of his own hardships. Whether tackling poverty or confronting the misfortunes that befall his family, Bernard retains his unwavering spirit. Bernard's father, once a wealthy man with his own house and park, succumbs to…-
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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 Two Majors
In the ballad "The Two Majors" from "The Bab Ballads," an insightful look into military life and the complex relationships between officers and their men is presented with both humor and a touch of irony. Major La Guerre and Major Makredi Preper are depicted as the embodiment of the strict yet respected military officer. Both majors are fervent in their lack of praise and abundant in their rebukes, characteristics that paradoxically endear them to their soldiers. Their shared philosophy is that a soldier,…-
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In the ballad "Emily, John, James, and I," part of the Bab Ballads collection, we are introduced to a tale of rivalry and love set against the backdrop of the Derby. Emily Jane, a dedicated nursery maid, finds herself the object of affection of two very different suitors: James, a gallant Life Guard, and John, a constable with a modest income. The narrator, presenting themselves as a "doggerel bard," humorously interjects personal commentary throughout, aligning themselves with the characters in their…
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Ballad: Gregory Parable, LL.D.
In the leafy environs adorned with ivy and bustling with the activity of bees and birds, stood a thatch-roofed, dry rot-free cottage. This quaint dwelling was home to Mary and her scholarly father, Gregory Parable, LL.D., a man of simple pleasures and profound learning. Gregory, an erudite yet childlike scholar, was deeply engrossed in Latin grammars and the ancient texts of Caesar and Balbus, often found pondering their complexities in the early spring green of his garden. Gregory's life was a quiet…-
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In the whimsical ballad "The Perils Of Invisibility," we meet Old Peter, who suffers under the tyranny of a tempestuous wife and battles with his considerable girth, measuring several yards in circumference. One fateful summer day, a diminutive fairy named Picklekin visits Peter, offering him three extraordinary gifts: boundless riches, eternal health, or the power of invisibility. Without a moment's hesitation, Peter opts for invisibility, dreaming of the peace it will bring from his wife's relentless…
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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: Old Paul And Old Tim
In the humorous ballad "Old Paul and Old Tim," two equally matched suitors, Old Paul and Old Tim, vie for the affections of the young and spirited Emily. Neither suitor possesses distinct advantages over the other, presenting a dilemma for Emily, neither attracting nor repelling her particularly. Paul and Tim are described as old, bold, and of no discernible preference, emphasizing their indistinguishable suitability as potential husbands. Emily, however, demands a proof of bravery from her suitors,…-
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Ballad: First Love
In the quaint village of Berkshire, resided the Reverend Bernard Powles, a clergyman beloved by at least a hundred souls who regularly attended his sermons. Among these faithful was Ellen, a modest rustic belle renowned for her simplicity and purity. Despite her plain attire, there was no husband in the town who didn't wish for a wife like Ellen, who became affectionately known as the Village Violet. Her innocence and timid beauty captivated the heart of anyone who met her, including Reverend Powles…-
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