Whims And Oddities, In Prose And Verse is a collection of humorous and satirical writings by Thomas Hood, originally published in 1828. The book contains a variety of short stories, essays, and poems, all of which are characterized by Hood's wit and clever wordplay. Many of the pieces are lighthearted and whimsical, while others are darker and more satirical, poking fun at the social and political issues of the time. The book is divided into two volumes,...