Misrepresentative men

by Harry Graham

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112 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1904

About the author

Jocelyn Henry Clive "Harry" Graham was an English writer known for his darkly humorous verse, journalism, and lyric writing for operettas and musical comedies. Initially serving as an officer in the Coldstream Guards, he later became a full-time writer. His Ruthless Rhymes, published under the pseudonym [link=Col. D. Streamer|24069698], remain his most famous work, showcasing his talent for grotesque humor and wordplay. He also wrote lyrics for successful stage productions, including The Maid of the Mountains and English adaptations of operettas like The Land of Smiles. His best-known lyrics include You Are My Heart’s Delight and Goodbye.

Reviews

[Dan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Brief poetic biographies of the famous, unhindered by research. Always clever but rising to hilarious only in the cases of Marat and Nero, where Graham has a chance to show the morbid sense of humor that makes "Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes" immortal.