Love-Songs of Childhood

Love-Songs of Childhood

By Eugene Field
Michael Caine
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Length1h 4m

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In "Love-Songs of Childhood," Eugene Field presents a tender collection of poems that delve into the unfettered joys and poignant sorrows of childhood. Crafting his verses with a melodic charm, Field employs a rhythmic style characterized by playful language, vivid imagery, and a profound sense of nostalgia. The collection captures the innocence and whimsy of youth, painting scenes that resonate with readers across generations, all the while demonstrating the Victorian poetic tradition's emphasis on emotion and nature. Eugene Field, often celebrated for his contributions to children's literature, was deeply influenced by his own experiences and reflections on innocence. Born in 1850, Field's background in journalism and poetry provided him with a keen understanding of language, allowing him to weave everyday experiences into artful verse. His longing for the simplicity of youth and his keen observations of children further inspired this timeless collection, imbuing it with sincerity and warmth. This enchanting volume is highly recommended for readers of all ages who seek to revisit the tender moments of their childhood. Field's deft lyrical touch will resonate with anyone yearning for the simplicity and innocence so often lost in adulthood, making "Love-Songs of Childhood" a poignant addition to any literary collection.

Audiobook details

GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE ROCK-A-BY LADY
22THE HUMMING TOP
2"BOOH!"
23LADY BUTTON-EYES
3GARDEN AND CRADLE
24THE RIDE TO BUMPVILLE
4THE NIGHT WIND
25THE BROOK
5KISSING TIME
26PICNIC-TIME
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6JEST 'FORE CHRISTMAS
27SHUFFLE-SHOON AND AMBER-LOCKS
7BEARD AND BABY
28THE SHUT-EYE TRAIN
8THE DINKEY BIRD
29LITTLE-OH DEAR
9THE DRUM
30THE FLY-AWAY HORSE
10THE DEAD BABE
31SWING HIGH AND SWING LOW
11THE HAPPY HOUSEHOLD
32WHEN I WAS A BOY
12SO, SO, ROCK-A-BY SO!
33AT PLAY
13THE SONG OF LUDDY-DUD
34A VALENTINE
14THE DUEL
35LITTLE ALL-ALONEY
15GOOD-CHILDREN STREET
36SEEIN' THINGS
16THE DELECTABLE BALLAD OF THE WALLER LOT
37THE CUNNIN' LITTLE THING
17THE STORK
38THE DOLL'S WOOING
18THE BOTTLE TREE
39INSCRIPTION FOR MY LITTLE SON'S SILVER PLATE
19GOOGLY-GOO
40FISHERMAN JIM'S KIDS
20THE BENCH-LEGGED FYCE
41"FIDDLE-DEE-DEE"
21LITTLE MISS BRAG
42OVER THE HILLS AND FAR AWAY

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