The Glugs of Gosh

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The Glugs of Gosh

by C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

EN·~1 hours·14 chapters

Chapters

14 total

THE GLUGS OF GOSH - BY - C J DENNIS - With Illustrations by Hal Gye - FIRST PUBLISHED 1917

0:51

I. THE GLUG QUEST

5:30

II. JOI, THE GLUG

3:37

III. THE STONES OF GOSH

5:39

IV. SYM, THE SON OF JOI

4:51

V. THE GROWTH OF SYM

5:56

VI. THE END OF JOI

5:18

VII. THE SWANKS OF GOSH

7:45

VIII. THE SEER

6:26

IX. THE RHYMES OF SYM

12:39

Description

In the delightfully absurd town of Gosh, a playful rhyme invites listeners to embark on a quirky hunt for the elusive creature known as a Glug. Through a series of rhythmic clues—a rabbit‑skin rug, a winding river, a wobbly bridge—the narrator guides a curious seeker across rooftops, marshes, and moonlit shores. The verses tumble between nonsense and subtle direction, peppered with whimsical illustrations that spark the imagination. Even the ordinary becomes magical, as a carrier’s horse and a gentleman frog turn into key companions on this fanciful trek.

The first act unfolds like an oral puzzle, urging you to listen for the thrush’s call, count the thirteenth wave, and whisper wishes to a silver‑shimmering sea. Every step is layered with humor and poetry, making the search feel both a game and a meditation on wonder. Listeners will find themselves lulled by the lyrical cadence while being nudged to imagine strange landscapes and eccentric characters. It’s a charming journey that celebrates curiosity, making the act of searching as enchanting as the creature itself.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (78K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

Jul 27, 2005

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

1876–1938

Best remembered for the hugely popular verse novel The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, this Australian poet and journalist brought everyday speech, humor, and tenderness into poetry in a way that felt fresh and local. His work helped make Australian slang and city life central to the country’s literary voice.

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