A Child's Garden of Verses

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A Child's Garden of Verses

by Robert Louis Stevenson

EN·~52 minutes·3 chapters

Chapters

3 total
1

R. L. S.

29:17
2

THE CHILD ALONE

17:32
3

ENVOYS

5:47

Description

A delightful anthology of short verses, this collection captures the everyday wonders and dreams of childhood. From the quiet hush of a candle‑lit night to the bright glare of a summer day, each poem invites listeners to linger in simple, vivid moments that feel both familiar and fresh.

The poems wander through gardens, seasides, and imagined kingdoms, weaving themes of rain, pirates, bedtime rituals, and the playful logic of a child’s mind. With gentle humor and gentle moral hints, the verses celebrate curiosity, honesty, and the joy of turning ordinary scenes—like a swing or a shadow—into grand adventures.

Presented in a clear, lyrical style, the book’s rhythm makes it perfect for listening aloud, encouraging young ears to explore language’s musicality. Whether recalling the comfort of a bedtime story or sparking a new day’s imagination, these verses plant seeds of wonder that grow long after the final line.

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Language

en

Duration

~52 minutes (50K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

1994-06-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson

1850–1894

Beloved for stories of adventure and divided selves, this Scottish writer created classics that still feel lively, strange, and full of momentum. His work ranges from pirate quests to dark psychological fiction, with a gift for making big ideas feel like gripping tales.

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