Book of Nonsense

A Book of Nonsense is a pioneering collection of limericks by Edward Lear, first published in 1846. This edition, part of the Routledge Classics series, preserves Lear's original illustrations and whimsical verses. The poems introduce eccentric characters and absurd scenarios, often featuring repetitive and playful rhymes. Lear's work has influenced generations of readers and writers, contributing significantly to the genre of nonsense literature.