The Origins of English Nonsense - Softcover

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"A work of erudition and great originality on a hitherto totally neglected, but curious and interesting subject: the 'nonsense poetry' of the early 17th century. It is only through Mr. Malcolm's brilliant scholarship that we can appreciate this missing chapter of literary history." Sunday Telegraph "An elegant, enjoyable book which is a real contribution to literary history." Financial Times

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'What a versatile scholar Noel Malcolm is!... He has produced a work of equal erudition and great originality on a hitherto totally neglected, but curious and interesting subject: the 'nonsense poetry' of the early 17th century...and it is only through Mr Malcolm's brilliant scholarship that we can appreciate this missing chapter of our literary history.' Hugh Trevor Roper, Sunday Telegraph 'A readable, scholarly book...Malcolm restores to nonsense verse its rightful historical role as a medium for satire and parody and reckless play. He has helped rescue nonsense from whimsy.' Ian Sansom, Guardian 'A brilliant, argumentative book...Malcolm is a fine critic, and this exemplary study displays an exquisite literary sensibility operating at the height of its powers.' Robert McCrum, Observer 'A masterly piece of research...I do hope this publication will be applauded. People get chairs for less.' Peter Levi, Literary Review 'An elegant, enjoyable book which is a real contribution to literary history.' Jackie Wullschlager, Financial Times 'A delight.' Mark Archer, Spectator

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  • PublisherHarpercollins Pub Ltd
  • Publication date1998
  • ISBN 10 0006388442
  • ISBN 13 9780006388449
  • BindingPaperback
  • Number of pages329
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