Bed-Time by Gelett Burgess (1903)
Bed-Time is a children's book written by Gelett Burgess and published in 1903. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Peter who refuses to go to bed at night, despite his mother's insistence. As he stays up later and later each night, Peter begins to experience strange and surreal dreams that take him on wild journeys through fantastical lands. Eventually, Peter learns the importance of getting enough rest and agrees to go to bed on time. The book is known for its whimsical illustrations and imaginative storytelling, making it a beloved classic among children's literature enthusiasts.
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1903 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Fantasy · 79 words
First lines
The night is different from the day -- It's darker in the night; How can you ever hope to play When it's no longer light?
When bed-time comes, it's time for you To stop, for when you're yawning, You should be dreaming what you'll do When it's to-morrow morning.
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Bed-Time is listed on Textopian as a poem by Gelett Burgess, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Gelett Burgess
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Fantasy
- Length: 79 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The content is written in a simple, rhyming style suitable for children, focusing on themes of bedtime and sleep.
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyming lines, characteristic of poetry.
- Fantasy — The theme of dreaming and imagination suggests elements of fantasy, as it encourages envisioning future activities.
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children's literature · bedtime stories · imagination · fantasy · poetry · rhymes · dreams · nighttime · adventure · whimsy · illustrated · narrative