Complete Nonsense of Edward Lear (Lear Edward)(Paperback / softback)

Complete Nonsense and Other Verse (Lear Edward)(Paperback / softback)

'Nonsense is the breath of my nostrils', wrote Edward Lear (1812-88), and this collection demonstrates the varied ways in which he pursued his philosophy of life. Gently pointing out human follies and the absurdities of the conventional Victorian society in which he lived, Lear's nonsense has

Book Of Nonsense (Lear Edward)(Pevná vazba)

Edward Lear, the 20th child of a London stockbroker, entered the household of Lord Stanley as little more than a servant, but his sense of humour soon made him welcome above stairs and he began to amuse the children with comic drawings and rhymes. This book was first published in

Nonsense Verse of Edward Lear (Lear Edward)(Pevná vazba)

John Vernon's Lord's stunning illustrations completely capture the spirit and satirical wit of Lear's work, conveying a lifelong enthusiasm for Lear's nonsense. 'Nonsense is the breath of my nostrils', wrote Edward Lear (1812-88)The perfect gift for both Lear fans and those discovering his work

Lear (Bond Edward)(Paperback)

Edward Bond's version of Lear's story embraces myth and reality, war and politics, to reveal the violence endemic in all unjust societies. He exposes corrupted innocence as the core of social morality, and this false morality as a source of the aggressive tension which must ultimately destroy that

A Book of Nonsense (Lear Edward)(Paperback)

'There was an Old Derry down Derry, Who loved to see little folks merry;So he made them a Book, And with laughter they shookAt the fun of that Derry down Derry.' First published in 1846 under the pseudonym 'Old Derry down Derry', A Book of Nonsense is a collection adapted from the limericks and

The Natural History of Edward Lear, New Edition (Peck Robert McCracken)(Paperback)

A beautifully illustrated exploration of Edward Lear's little-known career as a natural-history artist--now in a new expanded paperback edition Edward Lear (1812-1888) is best known today for his witty limericks and endearing nonsense verse. But the celebrated author of 'The Owl and the Pussy-Cat'

Owl and the Pussy-cat (Lear Edward)(Paperback / softback)

Introduced by a foreword from world-renowned children's author, this is a book to be treasured by fans both old and

Favourite Poems: 101 Children's Classics (Various)(Paperback / softback)

101 classic poems that every child should read, from Tennyson, Keats, Wordsworth, Edward Lear, Emily Dickinson, Shakespeare and many

Mr Lear - A Life of Art and Nonsense (Uglow Jenny)(Paperback / softback)

Acclaimed historian Jenny Uglow brings us a fascinating and beautifully illustratedbiography of Edward Lear, shortlisted for Waterstone's Book of the Year, and a Telegraph and Spectator Book of the

Owl and the Pussy-cat (Lear Edward)(Paperback / softback)

Join the Owl and the Pussy Cat on a magical adventure as they go to sea in a beautiful pea green boat. Edward Lear's much-loved nonsense rhyme is wonderfully brought to life by Victoria Ball's charming

Everyman Book Of Nonsense Verse(Pevná vazba)

Wonderful collection of nonsense verse, from Chesterton to Dahl, Lear to Carroll. With beautitul, original illustrations, both full colour and black &

King Lear (Shakespeare William)(Paperback / softback)

The ageing King Lear, tired of office, decides to split his kingdom between his three daughters, Goneril, Regan and Cordelia; but the decision to allot their share based on the love they express for him proves to be a terrible

Edward Thomas (Thomas Edward)(Paperback / softback)

The definitive collection of Edward Thomas's poetic

King Lear (Shakespeare William)(Paperback / softback)

The History of King Lear: The Oxford Shakespeare the History of King Lear (Shakespeare William)(Paperback)

King Lear, widely considered Shakespeare's most deeply moving, passionately expressed, and intellectually ambitious play, has almost always been edited from the revised version printed in the First Folio of 1623, with additions from the quarto of 1608. Now for the first time, this new volume

Selected Works of Edward Said - 1966-2006 (Said Edward)(Paperback / softback)

Four Tragedies - Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth (Shakespeare William)(Paperback / softback)

A Penguin Classics edition containing Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth The theme of the great Shakespearean tragedies is the fall from grace of a great man due to a flaw in his nature. Whether it is the ruthless ambition of Macbeth or the folly of Lear, the irresolution of Hamlet or the

The Tragedy of King Lear (Shakespeare William)(Paperback)

For this updated critical edition of King Lear, Lois Potter has written a completely new introduction, taking account of recent productions and reinterpretations of the play, with particular emphasis on its afterlife in global performance and adaptation. The edition retains the Textual Analysis of

Zoo Story (Albee Edward)(Paperback / softback)

A collection of some of Edward Albee's earliest and most acclaimed

Springboard Shakespeare: King Lear (Crystal Ben)(Paperback)

King Lear is a towering drama of personal and national tragedy. This accessible introduction offers a springboard into the play, taking a hands-on, performance-based approach, exploring the challenges and the rewards it presents to actors, audiences and students. Springboard Shakespeare: King Lear

Origins of Creativity (Wilson Edward O.)(Paperback / softback)

Queens of Innis Lear (Gratton Tessa)(Paperback / softback)

A KINGDOM AT RISK, A CROWN DIVIDED, A FAMILY DRENCHED IN

King Lear: Third Series (Shakespeare William)(Paperback)

'By far the best edition of King Lear - in respect of both textual and other matters - that we now have.'John Lyon, English Language Notes'This volume is a treasure-trove of precise information and stimulating comments on practically every aspect of the Lear-universe. I know of no other edition

King Lear: Oxford School Shakespeare (Shakespeare William)(Paperback)

This edition of King Lear is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and