A Book for Kids

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A Book for Kids

by C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

EN·~1 hours·3 chapters

Chapters

3 total

A BOOK FOR KIDSbyC J Dennis(1921) - [reissued as ROUNDABOUT (1935)]

0:49

A BOOK FOR KIDS

1:28

A BOOK FOR KIDS

1:24:47

Description

A kindly old voice greets listeners, urging them to treat books as true companions rather than mere toys. With a playful mix of rhyme and rhythm, the narrator weaves gentle reminders that stories will be needed “on a later day,” sparking curiosity in even the youngest ears. The opening verses set a warm, lyrical tone that feels like a friendly chat beside a hearth, inviting children to explore the world of words.

From a bustling baker dreaming of sweet treats to a sunrise dance of blue wrens and yellow‑tails, the collection bounces through vivid little universes. Adventurous drovers chant the road to Cuppacumalonga, while a weather‑worn swagman shares his wandering spirit, each poem pulsing with Australian charm and universal wonder. Listeners will find a merry parade of characters, rhythmic verses, and gentle life lessons that nurture a love of reading and imagination.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (83K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Colin Choat

Release date

Jul 9, 2005

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

C. J. (Clarence James) Dennis

1876–1938

Best remembered for the hugely popular verse novel The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, this Australian poet and journalist brought everyday speech, humor, and tenderness into poetry in a way that felt fresh and local. His work helped make Australian slang and city life central to the country’s literary voice.

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