A Child's Garden of Verses

Name: A Child's Garden of Verses
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

Child's Garden of Verses is a collection of poetry written by Robert Louis Stevenson. It was first published in 1885 and has since become a classic of children's literature. The poems are written in a simple, lyrical style and explore themes of childhood, nature, and imagination. The collection includes some of Stevenson's best-known works, such as "The Land of Counterpane," "The Swing," and "My Shadow." The poems are accompanied by illustrations by Charles Robinson, which bring the verses to life. Child's Garden of Verses is a timeless collection of poetry that will delight readers of all ages.

By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1885 · Genre: Children's Poetry, Classics, Fantasy · 60 chapters · 7,476 words

First lines

When children are playing alone on the green,

In comes the playmate that never was seen.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Date: 1885 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Poetry, Classics, Fantasy, Romance
Length: 7,476 words
Structure: 65 chapters, 1,144 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Children's Poetry — The title of the book, 'A Child's Garden of Verses', implies that the book is a collection of poems written for children.
Classics — The book was written by Robert Louis Stevenson, a renowned author, and is considered a classic work of literature.
Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as talking animals and magical creatures, which adds to the whimsical nature of the poems.
Romance — The book contains some romantic themes, such as the love between a parent and child, which adds to the overall sentiment of the poems.