Broad Grins / Comprising, With New Additional Tales in Verse, Those / Formerly Publish'd Under the Title "My Night-Gown and / Slippers."

Name: Broad Grins / Comprising, With New Additional Tales in Verse, Those / Formerly Publish'd Under the Title "My Night-Gown and / Slippers."
Author: George Colman

By George Colman

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A short collection of comic verse and light satirical tales that alternates playful anecdote, mock-heroic episodes, and witty parodies of literary manners. Poems and sketches range from domestic farce and whimsical legends to burlesque sonnets and critiques of critics, often accompanied by ironic footnotes and authorial asides. The tone shifts between genial humor and pointed satire, repeatedly highlighting theatrical exaggeration, romantic affectation, and the absurdities of social and literary pretension.

About the Author

George Colman

George Colman was an English playwright and poet active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, known for his contributions to the theatrical landscape of his time. His works often blended humor with social commentary, reflecting the cultural milieu of Georgian England. Among his notable plays is "John Bull; Or, The Englishman's Fireside," which showcases his ability to engage audiences with relatable themes. Colman's operatic work, such as "Inkle and Yarico," further illustrates his versatility as a writer. His collection "Broad Grins" features a mix of verse and tales, highlighting his skill in both poetry and storytelling.