Hand in hand Quote by Edward Lear
““I The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea In a beautiful pea-green boat, They took some honey, and plenty of money, Wrapped up in a five-pound note. The Owl looked up to the stars above, And sang to a small guitar, "O lovely Pussy! O Pussy, my love, What a beautiful Pussy you are, You are, You are! What a beautiful Pussy you are!" II Pussy said to the Owl, "You elegant fowl! How charmingly sweet you sing! O let us be married! too long we have tarried: But what shall we do for a ring?" They sailed away, for a year and a day, To the land where the Bong-Tree grows And there in a wood a Piggy-wig stood With a ring at the end of his nose, His nose, His nose, With a ring at the end of his nose. III "Dear Pig, are you willing to sell for one shilling Your ring?" Said the Piggy, "I will." So they took it away, and were married next day By the Turkey who lives on the hill. They dined on mince, and slices of quince, Which they ate with a runcible spoon; And hand in hand, on the edge of the sand, They danced by the light of the moon, The moon, The moon, They danced by the light of the moon.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Owl and the Pussy-cat” (1843) by Edward Lear
A whimsical tale of love and adventure, using absurd imagery to celebrate imagination and the joy of companionship.
In simple terms: A funny love story with silly details.
Embrace creativity and cherish simple joys.
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When to use this quote
- children’s storytelling
- creative writing
- illustrated books
- family bedtime reading
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silliness enhance emotional connection?
- What does the ring symbolize in the story?
The absurdity may obscure deeper emotional resonance for some readers.