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Sir William Schwenk Gilbert

The Bab Ballads With Which Are Included Songs of a Savoyard

Sir William Schwenk Gilbert

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Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026
Opera; Poetry; Humour
""The Bab Ballads With Which Are Included Songs of a Savoyard"" is a definitive collection of the whimsical and satirical verse of W. S. Gilbert, one of the most influential figures in British theatrical history. This volume brings together Gilbert's famous ""Bab Ballads""-originally written for Fun magazine-alongside the beloved ""Songs of a Savoyard,"" which features lyrics from the world-renowned Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas.

Known for their ""topsy-turvy"" logic, playful wordplay, and keen social satire, these poems and lyrics capture the sharp wit of the Victorian era. Gilbert's mastery of meter and rhyme is on full display as he lampoons the eccentricities of British society, the legal profession, and the military. From the surreal adventures of peculiar characters to the familiar tunes of ""The Mikado"" and ""The Pirates of Penzance,"" this collection offers a comprehensive look at Gilbert's literary genius.

Whether for fans of light verse or scholars of musical theater, this work remains a cornerstone of English humor. It showcases the rhythmic ingenuity and comedic timing that redefined the genre of comic opera and continues to delight readers with its timeless charm and sharp observations on human nature.

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Imprint:   Tradd Street Press
Dimensions:   Height: 234mm,  Width: 156mm,  Spine: 32mm
Weight:   980g
ISBN:   9781025289366
ISBN 10:   1025289366
Pages:   578
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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