Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Poems in Praise of Practically Nothing" is a masterful collection of light verse and satirical poetry that captures the disillusioned wit of the early 20th century. Written by Samuel Hoffenstein, this work stands as a cornerstone of modern American humor, blending rhythmic precision with a cynical, yet deeply relatable, outlook on the human condition. The collection is renowned for its sharp-edged parodies and playful explorations of themes ranging from the disappointments of love and the weariness of daily life to the absurdity of social conventions.Hoffenstein's verse is characterized by its technical brilliance and its ability to find humor in melancholy. Through a series of sections that mock everything from romantic sentimentality to the inevitability of aging, the author employs a variety of poetic forms to deliver his trademark irony. "Poems in Praise of Practically Nothing" offers a sophisticated look at the world's trivialities, making it an essential read for those who appreciate intellectual wit, biting satire, and the enduring charm of well-crafted light verse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025912486

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Poems in Praise of Practically Nothing

Samuel Hoffenstein

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Poems in Praise of Practically Nothing' is a masterful collection of light verse and satirical poetry that captures the disillusioned wit of the early 20th century. Written by Samuel Hoffenstein, this work stands as a cornerstone of modern American humor, blending rhythmic precision with a cynical, yet deeply relatable, outlook on the human condition. The collection is renowned for its sharp-edged parodies and playful explorations of themes ranging from the disappointments of love and the weariness of daily life to the absurdity of social conventions.Hoffenstein's verse is characterized by its technical brilliance and its ability to find humor in melancholy. Through a series of sections that mock everything from romantic sentimentality to the inevitability of aging, the author employs a variety of poetic forms to deliver his trademark irony. 'Poems in Praise of Practically Nothing' offers a sophisticated look at the world's trivialities, making it an essential read for those who appreciate intellectual wit, biting satire, and the enduring charm of well-crafted light verse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025912486

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