
THE SHEPHERD
THE ECHOING GREEN
THE LAMB
THE LITTLE BLACK BOY
THE BLOSSOM
THE CHIMNEY-SWEEPER
THE LITTLE BOY LOST
THE LITTLE BOY FOUND
LAUGHING SONG
A SONG
These verses open with a gentle, child‑like wonder that invites listeners to linger in the simple joys of nature and imagination. From the playful piping of a lamb‑song to the shepherd’s quiet devotion, the poems celebrate the innocence of youthful hearts and the quiet rhythms of rural life.
Interwoven with bright images of green fields, singing birds, and bright lambs, the collection also hints at deeper questions of identity, spirituality, and social contrast. Pieces like “The Little Black Boy” and “The Chimney‑Sweeper” introduce a tender compassion for those on society’s margins, while still holding onto hope and the promise of comfort.
Overall, the work offers a warm, lyrical journey that balances lighthearted celebration with thoughtful reflection, making it a comforting listen for anyone seeking both beauty and gentle insight.
Language
en
Duration
~38 minutes (36K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1996-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1757–1827
A visionary poet, painter, and printmaker whose work blends childlike lyric beauty with bold spiritual and political imagination. Once little understood in his own lifetime, he is now seen as one of the defining voices of English Romanticism.
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