A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Author | Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
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Illustrator | Smith, Jessie Willcox, 1863-1935 |
Title | A Child's Garden of Verses |
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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) |
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Summary | "A Child's Garden of Verses" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This charming book captures the innocence, imagination, and experiences of childhood from a child's perspective. Stevenson's work resonates with themes of play, wonder, and the natural world, offering reflections on the joys and trials of growing up. The poetry within "A Child's Garden of Verses" explores various aspects of childhood experiences—from the simple joys of playing in the garden, bathing in sunlight, and daydreaming of adventures, to the more contemplative thoughts about the passage of time and the bond with caregivers. Each poem, rich with imagery and emotion, invites young readers to engage with their surroundings, exemplifying the beauty and enchantment found in everyday life. The collection balances whimsical themes with gentle life lessons, ensuring that both children and adults can appreciate the deeper meanings woven throughout the verses. With its lyrical prose and delightful illustrations, the book remains a timeless treasure in children's literature. (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. | 25609 |
Release Date | May 26, 2008 |
Most Recently Updated | Aug 8, 2019 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 2127 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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