Has been acclaimed as the worst poet in British history. The chief criticisms are that he is deaf to poetic metaphor and unable to scan correctly. McGonagall's fame stems from the humorous effects these shortcomings generate in his work. The inappropriate rhythms, weak vocabulary, and ill-advised imagery combine to make his work amongst the most unintentionally amusing dramatic poetry in the English language. He won notoriety as an extremely bad poet who exhibited no recognition of, or concern for, his peers' opinions of his work.

Weaver, doggerel poet and actor.

Words would not do justice to this Mixed-reviewed poet. For more info, allow yourself the pleasure of exploring the following website dedicated to the "lore of McGonagall":  http://www.mcgonagall-online.org.uk/