Riley Songs of Friendship by James Whitcomb Riley
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| Author | Riley, James Whitcomb, 1849-1916 |
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| Illustrator | Vawter, Will, 1871-1941 |
| Title | Riley Songs of Friendship |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Riley Songs of Friendship" by James Whitcomb Riley is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. This work celebrates the themes of camaraderie, nostalgia, and the warmth of friendship through a series of light-hearted and reflective verses. The collection captures the essence of human connections and the joy found in both cherished memories and shared moments. The opening of the collection introduces readers to a whimsical and heartfelt tone, starting with a poem that compares a bookman to a hummingbird, eager to sip the nectar of language and sentiment. Riley expresses profound gratitude to friends whose words and kindness have enriched his life, wishing to weave joyous rhymes from their influence. This sets the stage for the poems that follow, which delve into various aspects of friendship, relationships, and the bittersweet nature of time. Overall, the beginning hints at a treasure trove of verses that will resonate with readers through their themes of warmth and companionship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23111 |
| Release Date | Oct 20, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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