
A Child's Garden of Verses
Rediscovering childhood wonder through timeless verseBy Robert Louis StevensonLength47m
About this audiobook
In "A Child's Garden of Verses," Robert Louis Stevenson presents an enchanting collection of poetry that captures the innocence and imagination of childhood. The verses unfold in a simple yet evocative style, employing lyrical rhythms and vivid imagery to articulate the joys, fears, and fleeting moments of a child's world. Embracing themes of nature, play, and the bittersweetness of growing up, Stevenson channels the spirit of Romanticism while remaining distinctly accessible to young readers, creating a literary sanctuary that celebrates the richness of youthful experiences. Stevenson, known for his adventurous spirit and vivid storytelling, drew upon his own childhood memories and the experiences of children around him to craft this beloved work. Growing up in a Victorian era that often imposed strictures on the nature of childhood, Stevenson sought to articulate its joys and complexities through a poetic lens, advocating for the value of imagination and wonder in a child'Äôs life. His unique ability to resonate with both children and adults alike stems from his genuine affection for the simplicity and profundity of childhood. This timeless collection is a must-read for anyone who cherishes the beauty of childhood and its fleeting moments. Perfect for parents, educators, and young readers, "A Child's Garden of Verses" not only nurtures a love for poetry but also encourages reflections on the essential qualities that define our formative years.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
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26THE WIND
2A CHILD'S GARDEN of VERSES
27Auntie's Skirts
3A CHILD'S GARDEN of VERSES
28HAPPY THOUGHT
4BED IN SUMMER
29THE COW
5YOUNG NIGHT THOUGHT
30MY BED IS A BOAT
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6RAIN
31THE LAND OF NOD
7MY SHADOW
32FAIRY BREAD
8Time to Rise.
33KEEPSAKE MILL
9At the Seaside.
34WINTER-TIME
10Windy-Nights
35LOOKING-GLASS RIVER
11PIRATE STORY
36The SUN'S TRAVELS
12WHOLE DUTY of CHILDREN
37THE LAMPLIGHTER
13FOREIGN LANDS
38FOREIGN CHILDREN
14SYSTEM
39THE MOON
15A GOOD PLAY
40THE HAYLOFT
16THE LAND OF COUNTERPANE
41FAREWELL TO THE FARM
17A GOOD BOY
42A THOUGHT.
18LOOKING FORWARD
43SINGING
19The Swing
44NORTH-WEST PASSAGE
20GOOD AND BAD CHILDREN
45GOOD NIGHT
21MARCHING SONG
46II. SHADOW MARCH
22TRAVEL
47III. IN PORT
23WHERE GO THE BOATS?
48TO MY MOTHER
24ESCAPE AT BEDTIME
49GUIDE TO PRONUNCIATION
25From A RAILWAY CARRIAGE
50A WORD LIST