Rubáiyát of a Motor Car by Carolyn Wells

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Author Wells, Carolyn, 1862-1942
Illustrator Strothmann, F. (Frederick), 1872-
Title Rubáiyát of a Motor Car
Note Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Mardi Desjardins and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
Credits E-text prepared by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Rubáiyát of a Motor Car" by Carolyn Wells is a whimsical poem written in the early 20th century that parodies the famous "Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám." This lighthearted work revolves around the joys and tribulations of motoring, reflecting the early days of automobile culture and its associated experiences. The book cleverly combines humor and insight into the nature of technology and human folly, encapsulating the excitement and frustrations of car ownership. The poem takes readers on a delightful journey through the various aspects of driving an automobile, from the exhilarating freedom it provides to the inevitable mechanical troubles that arise. The narrator often finds himself grappling with the complexities of his car, sharing humorous observations about the obsession with the latest models, the quirks of car maintenance, and the social pretensions surrounding motor travel. With lively imagery and clever wordplay, Wells evokes a vibrant picture of the motoring experience while also poking fun at the absurdities of modern life, making it an entertaining read for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Omar Khayyam -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
Subject Humorous poetry
Subject Automobiles -- Poetry
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EBook-No. 51064
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Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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