The pocket book of ogden nash

It is a small pocket book of only 64 pages which means it is easily carried to where it is needed. Ogden nashaugust 19, 1902 may 19, 1971 born frederick ogden nash on august 19, 1902 in rye, new york. Frederic ogden nash was born on august 19, 1902 in rye, new york into an american blueblooded family, whose roots stretched back to the american revolutionary era. The pocket book of ogden nash was on oprahs summer reading list. Here, in one volume, are the most popular poems of one of the most popular poets of the twentieth. The ogden nash pocket book paperback january 1, 1944 by ogden nash author. Or for that matter psychological, philisophical or religious. The pocket book of ogden nash paperback january 1, 1955 by ogden nash author, louis untermeyer introduction. The pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash librarything. The ogden nash pocket book nash, ogden, woods cover on. As any fairly conducted gallup poll will show, the average american heart leaps up when it beholds a new book by ogden nash. Nashs poetry, written from the early 20s to the late 50s is remark on the social niceties.

Vintage 1944 paperbackthe ogden nash pocket book nash. See all 15 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The tale of custard the dragon by ogden nash and lynn munsinger. An anthology of the best and favorite poems of americas lighthearted laureate paperback january 1, 1968 by nash ogden author, louis untermeyer introduction. An ancestor, general francis nash, gave his name to nashville, tennessee. Isbn 1884822308 the tale of custard the dragon by ogden nash and lynn munsinger. Buy a cheap copy of the pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash. The ogden nash pocket book paperback january 1, 1946 by ogden nash author visit amazons ogden nash page. The best of his work was published in 14 volumes between 1931 and 1972. Born frederick ogden nash on august 19, 1902 in rye, new york.

The pocket book of ogden nash, pocket books new york, ny, 1954. Ogden nash books list of books by author ogden nash. Perelman and music by kurt weill and as the writer of verses set to classical music such as saintsaens carnival of the animals and prokofievs peter and the wolf. Ogden nash ogden nash reads ogden nash releases discogs. See all books authored by ogden nash, including the tale of custard the dragon, and selected poetry of ogden nash, and more on.

Certain nash lines, such as if called by a panther, don. Often unheard of poet, ogden nash, serves as a reminder that poetry itself does not need to be mushy, polite or romantic. Todays poet, ogden nash poetry, language of the soul. The pocket book of ogden nash paperback january 1, 1977 by ogden introduction by louis untermeyer nash author. Frederic ogden nash was an american poet well known for his light verse. His greatgreatgreat grandfather abner nash was the governor of north carolina, while abners brother francis was. Mar 21, 2019 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Although nash would adopt the less formal ogden, or sometimes og, he did have a strong sense of ancestry.

Buy pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash online at alibris. The pocket book of ogden nash paperback 1956 for sale. He wrote many, many short, funny poems for children but is probably best known for a slightly longer poem called the adventures of isabel, about a little girl who meets a big, scary bear. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Ogden nash biography facts, childhood, family life. Subsequently, ogden nash began to contribute regularly to the new yorker and his regular presence in the magazine resulted in the publication of his first book titled, hard lines. Ogden nash was born frederick ogden nash, after his greatgrandfather, frederick nash, who had been chief justice of the supreme court of north carolina. If youd like to get the additional items youve selected to qualify for this offer, close this window and add these items to your cart. May 19, 2019 my favorite poet see more ideas about ogden nash, american poets and poetry for kids. Ogden nash 19021971 an amazing humourist whose short pithy poems entered the realm as an american literature treasure. Perelman and music by kurt weill and as the writer of verses set to classical music such as saintsaens carnival of. He was interested in buying the pocket book of ogden nash but claimed it was overpriced at 35 cents. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers.

All about the pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash. See more ideas about ogden nash, american poets and how to memorize things. Few writers of light or serious verse can claim the same extensive dissemination of their poems that nashs works enjoy, both with and without citation of the author. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Pocket book of ogden nash may 1980 edition open library. Here are his best and most famous poems his hilarious grouches, unflinching puns, indescribable rhymes. If you buy it now, youll only be purchasing this item. Here, in one volume, are the most popular poems of on. The pocket book of ogden nash an anthology of the best and. Pocket book of ogden nash 9780671727895 by ogden nash and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Here, in one volume, are the most popular poems of one of the most popular poets of the twentieth century perhaps of the last twenty centuries. Parker, published in 2005 and in paperback in 2007. You cant get there from here, little, brown boston, ma, 1957. Very good paperback copy of the ogden nash pocket book with an introduction by louis untermeyer.

Like all poets, ogden nash loved language in all its forms and delighted in inventing and deliberately misspelling words to create unexpected rhymes. The pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash, may 1980, washington square press edition, mass market paperback in english. Ogden nashs zoo by ogden nash and etienne delessert. The book was written with the cooperation of the nash family and quotes extensively from nashs personal correspondence as well as his poetry. Buy the pocket book of ogden nash reissue by nash, ogden isbn.

The book was written with the cooperation of the nash family, and quotes extensively from nash s personal correspondence as well as his poetry. Though best remembered for his light verse, ogden nash also achieved success as a lyricist with one touch of venus, book by s. Isbn 0671727893 selected poetry of ogden nash by ogden nash. Georges school in rhode island and, briefly, harvard university. Etienne delessert stewart, tabori, and chang, 1986. Candy is dandy by ogden nash, anthony burgess, linell smith, and isabel eberstadt. Ogden nash the experimental, philosophical, and humorous aspects of nash s personality are revealed in an anthology of his poetry. Pocket book of ogden nash mass market paperback may 15, 1990. Click to read more about the pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash. Isbn 0941434958 pocket book of ogden nash by ogden nash. The best of ogden nash by ogden nash, hardcover barnes.

Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Ogden nash the experimental, philosophical, and humorous aspects of nashs personality are revealed in an anthology of his poetry. During his lifetime, ogden nash was the most widely known, appreciated, and imitated american creator of light verse, a reputation that has continued after his death. At the time of his death in 1971, the new york times said his droll verse with its unconventional rhymes made him the countrys bestknown producer of humorous poetry. Isbn 9781884822308 the tale of custard the dragon by ogden nash and lynn. Everyone but thee and me by ogden nash and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Frederic ogden nash august 19, 1902 may 19, 1971 was an american poet well known for his light verse. The life and work of americas laureate of light verse. Born, frederick ogden nash on august 19, 1902 in rye, new york, he was an descendant of general francis nash. Ogden nash project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. The pocket book of ogden nash an anthology of the best. He is a shrewd humorist who comments on everything under the sun. Few of our national bards, past or present, have so consistently, with so light and sure a touch, illuminated the inconsistencies and capriciousness of contemporary life. With more than twenty 20 books to his credit he is a versatile writer for children of all ages.