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The Owl And The Pussy-Cat

By Edward Lear

Adjectives

whimsical charming imaginative rhythmic

Genres

Classics Poetry/Verse Animals

Synopsis

An owl and a cat set sail in a pea-green boat, bringing honey and money wrapped in a five-pound note. The owl serenades the cat under the stars, and they decide to marry. After a year and a day, they reach the land where the Bong-tree grows, find a pig with a ring in his nose, and purchase it for their wedding. A turkey officiates their marriage, and they celebrate by dining on mince and quince, dancing hand in hand by the light of the moon.

About the author

Edward Lear was a talented English author and artist, best known for his playful poems and fun illustrations. He loved writing nonsense verse, with his most famous work being 'The Owl and the Pussy-cat'. Lear's silly stories and quirky drawings continue to make children and adults smile all around the world.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2015

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