Is the poem Owl and The Pussycat protected by copyright?

The poem "The Owl and the Pussy-cat" by Edward Lear was published in 1871. Copyright for literary works generally lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years.

Since Edward Lear died in 1888, the copyright on "The Owl and the Pussy-cat" has long since expired. This means it is now in the public domain.

You are free to use, copy, adapt, or distribute the poem without any permission or restrictions.