Nonsense for old and young

A lively anthology of short, rhymed pieces and whimsical sketches, this collection invites listeners of any age to delight in the sheer pleasure of nonsense. First appearing in a turn‑of‑the‑century newspaper, the verses were originally numbered like early reading lessons, then gathered together with fresh illustrations that amplify the humor. The playful language rolls from gentle moonlit scenes to absurd domestic episodes, each one a compact burst of imagination.

The poems swing between sweetly lyrical moments—an autumn night lit by mist and a lover’s crooked guitar—and mischievous jests about boisterous children, over‑confident politicians, and a well‑meaning but bewildered gentleman. Accompanied by charming, period‑style drawings, the pieces sparkle with the same light‑hearted satire that made them popular in their first newspaper run. Listeners will find a charming mix of gentle rhyme and witty observation that feels as fresh today as it did when first printed.