Puck on Pegasus Fourth Edition

"Puck on Pegasus" by H. Cholmondeley-Pennell is a compilation of funny poems composed around the 1850's that presents a comical character, Puck, who makes fun of the social and artistic mistakes of the day through witty satire and imitation. The collection uses clever rhymes to explore a range of topics with a funny perspective, including light-hearted spoofs of stories and important happenings of the period. "Puck on Pegasus" begins with a message where the writer thanks critics and newspapers, while pointing out the changes of the edition. The book launches with several poems, for example, "The Night Mail North," which paints the picture of the rush and thrill of train travel, showing a contest against the clock with lively descriptions and flow. Also, the poem, "The Fight for the Championship," tells a funny story about a boxing game. To sum up, this opening builds a base of spirited and amusing poetry, full of humor and clever perceptions, drawing in those who like lighthearted satire and poetic imitations.