The Home Book of Verse — Volume 4 by Burton Egbert Stevenson

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Author Stevenson, Burton Egbert, 1872-1962
Title The Home Book of Verse — Volume 4
Note Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Dennis Schreiner, and David Widger
Summary "The Home Book of Verse — Volume 4" by Burton Egbert Stevenson is a poetry anthology compiled in the early 20th century. This collection features a diverse range of poems that explore themes of childhood, love, nature, and life, showcasing both well-known poets and lesser-known voices. It is designed to celebrate the beauty and emotional depth of verse, making it accessible for young readers and poetry enthusiasts alike. The opening of the anthology presents a table of contents that is structured into various thematic sections, indicating a rich assortment of poems that delve into different aspects of life and human experience. The first part titled "Poems of Youth and Age" introduces readers to works focused on childhood and innocence, including titles such as "Only a Baby Small" and "Songs for Fragoletta." This opening portion sets the tone for the collection, suggesting the inclusion of playful nursery rhymes, lullabies, and deeper reflections on growth and introspection, inviting readers to engage with the multifaceted nature of poetry through the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Subject American poetry
Subject Children's poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 2622
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 13, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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