The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 14 by Stevenson
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| Author | Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
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| Other | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
| Title | The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 14 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | A child's garden of verses -- The child alone -- Garden days -- Envoys -- Underwoods -- Ballads -- Songs of travel -- Additional poems. |
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| Summary | "The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 14" by Stevenson is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This volume features notable works such as "A Child's Garden of Verses," which captures the essence of childhood wonder through a series of poems that explore themes of imagination, nature, and the everyday experiences of children. The charm of Stevenson's language and his ability to evoke vivid imagery make it a delightful read for both children and adults alike. The opening of this volume introduces "A Child's Garden of Verses" with a heartfelt dedication to Alison Cunningham, Stevenson's nurse, who played a significant role during his childhood. The poems that follow reflect the thoughts of a child, illustrating the contrast between summer and winter experiences, the joys of playing by the seaside, and the simple pleasures of life through childlike eyes. Stevenson deftly captures the innocence and imagination inherent in childhood through playful verses about shadows, travel, and the mysterious allure of bedtime, setting a tone of nostalgia and warmth that resonates throughout the collection. (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 | Poetry |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | English literature -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30659 |
| Release Date | Dec 12, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 111 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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