
A cascade of witty toasts opens this whimsical tribute to the everyday, inviting listeners into a lively parade of verse that feels both spontaneous and meticulously crafted. The poet’s voice lifts ordinary objects and ideas—critics, floors, music, even the humble stair—into a chorus of celebration, each stanza a quick, rhythmic cheer that captures the spirit of early‑century optimism.
The collection hops from the solemn to the absurd, offering playful reverence for everything from the steady clock to the mischievous Lady Nicotine, and from the steadfast creditor to the capricious king of the sea. By pairing humor with a subtle hint of nostalgia, the poems manage to feel both intimate and communal, as if friends are gathered around a table raising glasses to the world’s small wonders.
Listeners will find a meditative rhythm in the repeated “Here’s to…” refrain, a gentle reminder to notice the unnoticed. The work’s bright, lyrical tone makes it a charming companion for moments when a light‑hearted lift is just what the day needs.
Language
en
Duration
~4 minutes (4K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Anne Storer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2007-11-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

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