To E.M. -- a Ballad of Nursery Rhyme
This is a work of nursery rhymes written by Robert Graves, a British poet and novelist. The book is a collection of poems that explore the themes of childhood, innocence, and nostalgia. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional nursery rhymes to more modern, free-verse forms. The poems are often humorous and lighthearted, but also explore deeper themes of loss, longing, and the passing of time. The book is a celebration of the power of childhood memories and the joy of revisiting them.
By Robert Graves · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Fiction · 461 words
First lines
Strawberries that in gardens grow
Are plump and juicy fine,
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To E.M. -- a Ballad of Nursery Rhyme is listed on Textopian as a poem by Robert Graves, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Robert Graves
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Length: 461 words
- Structure: 1 section, 18 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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- Poetry — The title of the book suggests that it is a poem or ballad, and the author, Robert Graves, is a renowned poet.
- Romance — The title of the book includes the phrase 'A Ballad of Nursery Rhyme', which suggests a romantic story.
- Fiction — The book is likely a work of fiction, as it is a poem or ballad written by a renowned poet.
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book includes the phrase 'Country Sentiment', which suggests a story set in a particular time period.
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