A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Author Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894
Illustrator Gutmann, Bessie Pease, 1876-1960
Title A Child's Garden of Verses
Note Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#19722 (1916; B & W illustrations)
#25608 (1905; Single Tone illustratons)
#25609 (1905; Illustrations in Color)
#25610 (1895; B & W illustrations)
#25611 (----; B & W illustrations)
#25617 (1900; Illustrations in Color)
#28722 (1919; Illustrations in Color)
Note Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "A Child's Garden of Verses" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a beloved collection of children's poetry written during the late 19th century. This book encompasses whimsical, imaginative verses that explore the world through a child’s eyes, touching upon themes of nature, play, and the joys of childhood. The poetry invites young readers into a fantastical realm where they can experience the essence of childhood wonder. The collection includes a wide variety of poems, each capturing a unique aspect of childhood experience. For instance, in “Bed in Summer,” the speaker laments having to go to bed while the sun is still shining, evoking a sense of longing for play. “My Shadow” playfully explores the curious relationship between a child and their shadow, personifying it with comical traits. The poems often reflect the simple joys found in everyday life, from adventures in imaginative realms to observations of nature and family. By drawing on the innocence and perspective of children, Stevenson's verses celebrate the beauty of youthful curiosity and the richness of a child’s inner world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's poetry, English
Category Text
EBook-No. 25608
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 8, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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