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100 1 _aDe la Mare, Walter,
_d1873-1956
245 1 0 _aSongs of Childhood
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-11-19
508 _aProduced by David Starner, Colin Bell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish poetry
653 _aChildren's poetry, English
700 1 _aHecht, Anthony,
_d1923-2004
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23545
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