Nonsense Books (1888)

Nonsense Books is a collection of humorous and nonsensical poems and stories written by Edward Lear and originally published in 1888. The book features a variety of characters and settings, from the absurd adventures of the Jumblies who set sail in a sieve, to the misadventures of the Pobble who has lost his toes. Each story is accompanied by Lear's whimsical illustrations, adding to the book's charm and humor. Nonsense Books is a beloved classic of children's literature and remains a favorite among readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.