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Title: Wit and Mirth: or Pills to Purge Melancholy, Vol. 5 of 6

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wit_and_Mirth,_or_Pills_to_Purge_Melancholy

Credits: Produced by David Newman, Linda Cantoni, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. Music
transcribed by Linda Cantoni.

Summary: "Wit and Mirth: Or Pills to Purge Melancholy, Vol. 5 of 6" by Thomas D'Urfey is a collection of humorous songs and ballads written in the early 18th century. This volume, as part of a larger six-volume set, features a range of light-hearted and comical verses, touching on themes of love, social commentary, and everyday life, often with a satirical twist. The work reflects the jovial spirit of its time, intended to entertain and amuse its readers and listeners. The opening of this volume introduces a variety of lively songs, including tales about a dog and an elder's maid, a soldier’s adventurous escapades, and humorous examinations of love and social customs. Each piece combines catchy tunes with witty lyrics, reflecting the playful banter of the era. It sets the stage for a smorgasbord of jovial verses that promise laughter, irony, and a glimpse into the societal norms and follies of the 18th century, demonstrating D'Urfey's keen observation of human behavior and relationships. This lively collection aims to uplift spirits and purge melancholy through light-hearted merriment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Editor: D'Urfey, Thomas, 1653-1723

EBook No.: 26679

Published: Sep 21, 2008

Downloads: 177

Language: English

Subject: Ballads, English

Subject: Songs, English

LoCC: Music

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Wit and Mirth: or Pills to Purge Melancholy, Vol. 5 of 6

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wit_and_Mirth,_or_Pills_to_Purge_Melancholy

Credits: Produced by David Newman, Linda Cantoni, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. Music
transcribed by Linda Cantoni.

Summary: "Wit and Mirth: Or Pills to Purge Melancholy, Vol. 5 of 6" by Thomas D'Urfey is a collection of humorous songs and ballads written in the early 18th century. This volume, as part of a larger six-volume set, features a range of light-hearted and comical verses, touching on themes of love, social commentary, and everyday life, often with a satirical twist. The work reflects the jovial spirit of its time, intended to entertain and amuse its readers and listeners. The opening of this volume introduces a variety of lively songs, including tales about a dog and an elder's maid, a soldier’s adventurous escapades, and humorous examinations of love and social customs. Each piece combines catchy tunes with witty lyrics, reflecting the playful banter of the era. It sets the stage for a smorgasbord of jovial verses that promise laughter, irony, and a glimpse into the societal norms and follies of the 18th century, demonstrating D'Urfey's keen observation of human behavior and relationships. This lively collection aims to uplift spirits and purge melancholy through light-hearted merriment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Editor: D'Urfey, Thomas, 1653-1723

EBook No.: 26679

Published: Sep 21, 2008

Downloads: 177

Language: English

Subject: Ballads, English

Subject: Songs, English

LoCC: Music

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.