"The Doctor, &c., vol. 5 (of 7)" by Robert Southey is a novel from the 1800s where Dr. Dove and Nicholas have imaginative talks about where horses come from and what they should be called, using old stories and personal experiences. It seems like the book is all about learning, being curious, and how real things and make-believe mix together in our lives. The story kicks off with a funny chat between Dr. Dove and Nicholas about a horse being born in a weird way. They argue about who gets to name it, each thinking they have the best reason. Southey uses funny words and smart references to talk about old ideas and books, making the story fun but also smart. With its funny arguments and detailed descriptions, this book mixes jokes with serious thoughts, perfect for people who like to laugh and think at the same time.
The doctor, &c., vol. 5 (of 7)
By Robert Southey
Two clever minds playfully clash over the naming of an unusual foal, sparking a delightful exploration of history, knowledge, and the everyday wonder of it all.
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About the AuthorRobert Southey was an English poet of the Romantic school, and Poet Laureate from 1813 until his death. Like the other Lake Poets, William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Southey began as a radical but became steadily more conservative as he gained respect for Britain and its institutions. Other romantics such as Byron accused him of siding with the establishment for money and status. He is remembered especially for the poem "After Blenheim" and the original version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears".
Robert Southey was an English poet of the Romantic school, and Poet Laureate from 1813 until his death. Like the other Lake Poets, William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Southey began as a radical but became steadily more conservative as he gained respect for Britain and its institutions. Other romantics such as Byron accused him of siding with the establishment for money and status. He is remembered especially for the poem "After Blenheim" and the original version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears".
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