
WHEN DAY IS DONE
EDGAR A. GUEST
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A warm, nostalgic voice guides listeners through a modest yet resonant collection of verses that celebrate everyday moments. The poet’s reflections on evenings at home, the simple comfort of a fire, and the quiet joy of family gatherings unfold with gentle humor and quiet humility. Each piece balances plain language with heartfelt insight, offering a gentle reminder that peace often hides in the routine of daily life.
The anthology moves fluidly from light‑hearted musings about childhood games to more contemplative reflections on grief, purpose, and the simple acts of kindness that stitch a community together. Listeners will find a comforting rhythm that feels like a friendly chat by a porch lamp, making the work a soothing companion for quiet afternoons or bedtime listening. Its modest length and clear, earnest tone invite both longtime poetry fans and newcomers to pause, reflect, and appreciate the small blessings that shape a good day.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (135K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-12-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1881–1959
A warm, plainspoken poet of everyday life, this bestselling writer became known as the “People’s Poet” for verses that celebrated home, work, hope, and perseverance. His poems were once printed in newspapers across America and reached millions of readers.
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