Little Stings

Little Stings

Thomas William Hodgson Crosland

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781271067800
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'Little Stings' is a collection of satirical verses and humorous observations by Thomas William Hodgson Crosland, a British author known for his sharp wit and critical commentary. This volume offers a range of poems that playfully sting at various aspects of society, literature, and contemporary life. Crosland’s writing is characterized by its clever wordplay and incisive perspective, making 'Little Stings' an engaging read for those who appreciate classic satirical poetry. The collection captures the spirit of early 20th-century literary humor, showcasing Crosland’s talent for blending wit with social critique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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