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Bab Ballads

Bab Ballads

By: W. S. Gilbert
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 The Bab Ballads is a delightful collection of light verse crafted by the talented W. S. Gilbert, featuring his own whimsical comic illustrations. Written before he gained fame for his iconic comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan, these Ballads showcase Gilberts innovative topsy-turvy style, where absurd premises lead to hilariously logical consequences. Infused with his signature cynicism and sharp satire, the Ballads not only captivated audiences on their own but also served as a rich source for characters, plot elements, and songs that would later appear in Gilbert and Sullivans operas. The title Bab Ballads pays homage to Gilberts childhood nickname, under which he would later sign his charming illustrations.Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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    22 - Baines Carew Gentleman
    Nov 22 2025
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    21 - To Phoebe
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