More Bab Ballads - Softcover

Gilbert, Sir William Schwenk

Softcover

ISBN 10: 937483815X ISBN 13: 9789374838150

Publisher: Double 9 Books, 2025

Synopsis

More bab ballads is a collection of lively and humorous verses that blend satire, rhyme, and playful observation to portray the contradictions of everyday life. Through an array of imaginative tales and eccentric narrators, the work captures the spirit of wit and irony while exposing the follies of social convention and human vanity. Opening with whimsical stories that mix sentiment with absurdity, the collection celebrates the eccentric and the ordinary alike, weaving humor from the trials of love, morality, and ambition. Beneath the comic surface lies a keen reflection on the pretensions and hypocrisies of respectable society, framed within colorful episodes and lively poetic rhythm. Each ballad combines storytelling with moral mischief, balancing entertainment with critique. The verses illustrate how laughter can underscore truth, turning parody into subtle insight about the behaviors and beliefs of the age. The collection remains engaging for its rhythm, creativity, and playful dissection of human character.

About this title

About the Author

W. S. Gilbert was born on 18 November 1836 in London, United Kingdom, and became renowned as a librettist, poet, and illustrator, best remembered for his collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan that produced fourteen comic operas. His work combined sharp wit, clever wordplay, and imaginative storytelling, creating a distinctive style that brought satire, humor, and social commentary to the operatic stage. Gilbert's libretti often explored human folly, absurdity, and the tension between rigid social conventions and personal desires, while maintaining an accessible and entertaining format. Beyond the operas, his poetry and illustrations reflected a keen observational skill and a playful approach to language and imagery. Married to Lucy Agnes Turner from 1867 until his death, Gilbert balanced personal life with a prolific creative output that influenced both theater and literary culture. He passed away on 29 May 1911 in Harrow, United Kingdom, leaving a lasting legacy through works that continue to be celebrated for their wit, ingenuity, and enduring appeal. Gilbert's contributions helped shape comic opera into a sophisticated and enduring art form that blends humor with pointed commentary on human nature.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 937483815X
• ISBN 13: 9789374838150
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 134