Perverted Proverbs: A Manual of Immorals for the Many

by Harry Graham, D. Streamer (Pseudonym)

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Genres: Poetry, Humor

47 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1903

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

[Jessica Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

The actual poetry is painful in spots

Read it with high expectations and you might be disappointed. If this is judged excellent, I obviously overlooked something, but somehow I doubt it.

[Rose]

“No mind, however full of Ease,
Could be Continual Toasted Cheese.”

[Dan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice way to waste 15 minutes. It has three or four solid laughs, but Graham revealed his genius in the "Ruthless Rhymes" books, not here.

[Tim Robinson · Rating 3 out of 5]

The length of an epigram should not exceed its wit. Not as good as Hilaire Belloc.

[Karen J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting poems read by great voices.

[Greg Stillwagon · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like books with quotes from famous people.....
This wasn't that great
Too bad.
Greg