The Diverting History of John Gilpin by William Cowper

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Author Cowper, William, 1731-1800
Title The Diverting History of John Gilpin
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Gilpin
Note Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Diverting History of John Gilpin" by William Cowper is a humorous narrative poem written in the late 18th century. The book tells the tale of an everyday man, John Gilpin, whose planned excursion takes an unexpected and comical turn, highlighting themes of folly and the unpredictable nature of life. It combines wit and clever illustrations, making it an engaging read that reflects the social norms and humor of its time. The story follows John Gilpin, a citizen of London, who decides to celebrate his wedding anniversary with a trip to the Bell at Edmonton. However, things go awry when his horse unexpectedly gallops off, launching him into a chaotic misadventure through the countryside. As Gilpin struggles to maintain control, he becomes the center of attention, pursued by onlookers who believe he is a thief. Despite the mayhem, Gilpin retains his humorous spirit, ultimately arriving at his destination in an uproarious fashion, losing both his hat and wig along the way. The tale ends on a celebratory note, reflecting on Gilpin’s escapades and the amusing trials of his day. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
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EBook-No. 23753
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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