Elfin songs of sunland

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Elfin songs of sunland

by Charles Keeler

EN·~37 minutes·77 chapters

Chapters

77 total

Transcriber’s Notes

0:34

DEDICATION

0:13

NAMES OF THE SONGS

1:22

A RING AROUND OF PLAYTIME

0:01

COME AWAY CHILDREN

0:40

HAND-ORGAN MAN

0:33

POPPING CORN

0:36

THE BAKER MAN

0:35

TOPS

0:38

THE KITE

0:26

Description

This charming volume gathers dozens of short verses that celebrate the carefree world of childhood. From a merry piper urging kids to wander into a sun‑lit fantasy, to a hand‑organ man whose tune even makes the local policeman tap his feet, each piece bubbles with rhythm and rhyme. The language is playful yet easy enough for young listeners to follow, while the vivid images of gardens, kite‑filled skies, and pop‑corn fires spark the imagination. The poems feel like a soundtrack for a summer day spent outdoors.

Organized into lively sections, the book moves from bustling playground chants—like the “Ring Around of Playtime” and “Popping Corn”—to gentle forest verses that honor owls, hummingbirds and shy wildflowers. A later group of whimsical “quips and cranks” adds a touch of humor with mischievous characters such as a bear hunter and a clumsy goat, while the final lullabies whisper soothing good‑night wishes for toddlers. Throughout, the simple melodies and rhythmic repetitions make the collection perfect for reading aloud or pairing with a music box, inviting families to share the joy of sing‑along storytelling.

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Language

en

Duration

~37 minutes (35K characters)

Release date

Apr 18, 2025

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Keeler

Charles Keeler

1871–1937

A poet and naturalist with a deep love of California, he wrote about birds, beauty, and the kind of simple living that shaped Berkeley’s Arts and Crafts spirit. His work blends close observation of nature with an eye for design and everyday grace.

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