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LoC No.: 75032200
Title: Songs of Childhood
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Colin Bell and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Songs of Childhood" by Walter De la Mare is a collection of forty-seven poems written in the early 20th century. This poetic anthology captures various subjects and experiences that resonate with children, embodying the essence of childhood wonder and imagination. Through the lens of a skilled poet, the book explores themes of fantasy, nature, and the innocent joys and fears of youth, offering readers a glimpse into a world where playful lightness meets deeper emotions. The collection consists of whimsical verses that paint vivid imagery and evoke an enchanting atmosphere. Each poem features elements that appeal to a child's sense of wonder, such as fairies, witches, and the mysteries of nature. De la Mare's work beautifully balances light-hearted themes with subtle hints of darker undertones, depicting both the delightful and the mysterious aspects of childhood. For example, poems like "The Ogre" and "The Mother Bird" blend enchanting narratives with deeper feelings of love and protection, inviting both children and adults to reflect on their own childhood experiences. Overall, "Songs of Childhood" is a timeless exploration of the complexities of youth, essential reading for those who cherish the beauty of poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 83.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: De la Mare, Walter, 1873-1956
Commentator: Hecht, Anthony, 1923-2004
EBook No.: 23545
Published: Nov 19, 2007
Downloads: 221
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
Subject: Children's poetry, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 75032200
Title: Songs of Childhood
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Colin Bell and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Songs of Childhood" by Walter De la Mare is a collection of forty-seven poems written in the early 20th century. This poetic anthology captures various subjects and experiences that resonate with children, embodying the essence of childhood wonder and imagination. Through the lens of a skilled poet, the book explores themes of fantasy, nature, and the innocent joys and fears of youth, offering readers a glimpse into a world where playful lightness meets deeper emotions. The collection consists of whimsical verses that paint vivid imagery and evoke an enchanting atmosphere. Each poem features elements that appeal to a child's sense of wonder, such as fairies, witches, and the mysteries of nature. De la Mare's work beautifully balances light-hearted themes with subtle hints of darker undertones, depicting both the delightful and the mysterious aspects of childhood. For example, poems like "The Ogre" and "The Mother Bird" blend enchanting narratives with deeper feelings of love and protection, inviting both children and adults to reflect on their own childhood experiences. Overall, "Songs of Childhood" is a timeless exploration of the complexities of youth, essential reading for those who cherish the beauty of poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 83.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: De la Mare, Walter, 1873-1956
Commentator: Hecht, Anthony, 1923-2004
EBook No.: 23545
Published: Nov 19, 2007
Downloads: 221
Language: English
Subject: English poetry
Subject: Children's poetry, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.