Gentleness by Gelett Burgess (1904)
Gentleness is a collection of poems by Gelett Burgess that explores the theme of kindness and compassion towards others. The book includes several short, humorous verses that highlight the importance of treating people with respect and consideration.
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1904 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Didactic · 42 words
First lines
When you are playing with the girls, You must not pull their pretty curls; If you are gentle when you play, You will be glad of it some day.
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Gentleness is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gelett Burgess, dated 1904 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gelett Burgess
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Didactic
- Length: 42 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The content is simple, instructive, and aimed at teaching children proper behavior.
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with rhyming lines.
- Didactic — The work aims to instruct and provide moral guidance on behavior.
Tags
gentleness · kindness · compassion · empathy · love · humanity · softness · tenderness · patience · understanding · forgiveness · peace