Ogden O. Henry Op. Ed‪.‬

Light Verse with Attitude <p>



Ogden O. Henry Op. Ed. is a collection of clever, concise, poetic commentary on Donald Trump and other political and public figures, and reflections, by turns humorous and moving, on current social conditions and shared life experience. Included is an array of poetic forms that summons surprise, provokes laughter, and kindles insight, inspired by the ingenious humor, imaginative wordplay, and unexpected endings of legendary writers Ogden Nash and O. Henry.<p>



Short verses, often with a final punch, are featured in this volume, and comments on politics and social justice are spliced with observations on the customary and familiar; neither category separated by chapter or section, as an acknowledgment that the influences in our lives are intrinsically interwoven. Beyond their wider purpose, the poems are serious and comical, succinct and captivating. Where representing an Op. Ed. point of view, they are progressive in tone and liberal in voice; offering ideas in sound-byte format and inviting participation in syncopated quick-steps, appealing in cadence, endearing in carriage.<p>



Blink and the levity's gone viral.





About the Author



WILL TREVIER has experienced a variety of occupational cultures, received a number of degrees, and been a tireless student of his wife’s teaching and intuition. Enlivened by words, he is an enduring admirer of humor and irony and for many years has enjoyed writing for personal pleasure and professional purpose. He collects various art forms and seems forever to be building shelves to house an expanding book collection. He has lived in Washington, D.C., the Midwest, and the Pacific Northwest, and he and his wife have shared their homes with a succession of four-legged friends who have enriched the family with love and generosity over many lifetimes.