Ogden Nash [Hardcover]

George W. Crandell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1990 | Series: The Scarecrow Author Bibliographies Series (Book 87)

The first comprehensive description of the published works of American humorist and poet Ogden Nash (1902-1971), "the master of light verse." The compiler includes descriptions of Nash's books, broadsides and pamphlets--from his earliest publication in 1925, The Cricket of Carador (a fantasy for children), to the posthumously published A Penny Saved Is Impossible (1981). Also listed are more than 1,250 contributions to books, periodicals and newspapers. In addition to listing interviews, published correspondence, screenplays, and translations, the bibliography also notes significant textual variants in copies of Nash's books. Readers thus see evidence of how Nash revised his work, especially for his British audience. With complete index.

Editorial Reviews

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At last, a fitting tribute....fine, substantial, and authoritative. (Papers Of The Bibliographical Society Of America )

...an impressive job of uncovering the various editions of Nash. (Ab Bookman's Weekly )

...an appropriate addition to reference collections in large academic libraries supporting graduate programs in contemporary American literature. (Arba )

About the Author

George W. Crandell (BA, University of North Carolina; MA, Ph.D., University of Texas) specializes in bibliography and textual criticism and teaches American literature at Auburn University. His publications include articles on nineteenth-century American humorists and the correspondence of Ogden Nash. He has also written a descriptive bibliography of the works of American playwright Tennessee Williams.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 482 pages
• Publisher: Scarecrow Press; First edition (1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0810823322
• ISBN-13: 978-0810823327
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,869,606 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Liked it., February 5, 1999

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This review is from: Ogden Nash (Hardcover)

Althoug Ogden Nash only whote shorter more comical poems, this book gives insight to the dramatic aspects of his life. Such as his lost love life, and his poor social skills. I highly recommend this book to all who want to know the truth.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An impressive piece of work, February 20, 2002

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This review is from: Ogden Nash (Hardcover)

Only a true fan of Ogden Nash or a librarian would purchase OGDEN NASH: A DESCRIPTIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY. I am not a librarian; I am a fan. Crandell offers an "Acknowledgement" of two pages and an "Introduction" of five pages. These are the only essays in the entire volume. The rest of the 466 pages is a list. Crandell's book offers the most comprehensive listing of Nash's work. It is an impressive piece of work. In addition, the index is excellent and is probably the first pages a reader seeks.

The book reflects a great deal of tedious work. Crandell must be applauded for his efforts.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ogden Nash is a great guy., February 4, 1999

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This review is from: Ogden Nash (Hardcover)

Eventhough Mr. Nash hasn't been aclamed as much as he should be, his life story and works are illustrously displayed in George W. Crandell's book. All I could ever want to know about Nash, I know now. A great read.