218 Results with the "Poetry" genre
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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 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: Sir Barnaby Bampton Boo
In "Sir Barnaby Bampton Boo," a lively ballad tells the tale of Sir Barnaby Bampton Boo, the last of his noble lineage, hastening to court a lady in the quaint town of Tuptonvee. His arrival stirs excitement among the local women, all eager at the prospect of marrying into nobility, despite none knowing who he would choose. The narrative introduces Mr. and Mrs. De Plow, a couple engaged in farming and raising livestock, who boast two daughters, Amelia and Volatile Nell. Sir Barnaby approaches the De Plows,…-
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Ballad: Brave Alum Bey
"The Bab Ballads" presents "Ballad: Brave Alum Bey," a whimsical poem about the adventures and bravery of Alum Bey. Living on the banks of the river Stamboul, Alum Bey was noted for his immense courage and calm demeanor, even in the face of danger. Each morning, he collected flowers from his garden to present to Backsheesh, the daughter of Rahat Lakoum, marking their tender relationship. Despite her exquisite cooking skills, Alum Bey had to depart for Seringapatam, leaving behind a heartbroken Backsheesh…-
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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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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: 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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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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The ballad of Annie Protheroe is a whimsical yet macabre tale, set in the humble neighborhood of Stratford-le-Bow, where Annie, a young woman with a simple post-office job, harbors love for Gilbert Clay, a renowned, yet gentle, executioner. Gilbert's profession, while dreadful to some, is painted with a romantic hue, as his deeds are from a time where such acts were seen in a different, almost chivalrous light. The couple finds solace and companionship in each other, sharing walks and talks under the…
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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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