Crackers And Bonbons: In Verse And Prose (1853)

By Henry James Byron and Henry J. Byron

Book Overview

Crackers and Bonbons: In Verse and Prose is a collection of satirical and humorous poems and short stories written by Henry James Byron and first published in 1853. The book is divided into two sections, with the first containing a series of witty and irreverent poems that poke fun at everything from politics and society to religion and the arts. The second section includes a series of short stories that are equally satirical and entertaining, featuring characters such as a hapless inventor, a bumbling detective, and a group of travelers who find themselves stranded on a deserted island. Throughout the book, Byron's clever wordplay and sharp wit are on full display, making Crackers and Bonbons a delightful read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120183782
• ISBN13: 9781120183781
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"