The Home Book of Verse — Volume 1

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The Home Book of Verse — Volume 1

by Burton Egbert Stevenson

EN·~9 hours

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Description

A warm, inviting anthology gathers together poems that trace the rhythms of life from the first breath of a newborn to the passing of the seasons within a human heart. The collection opens with a lyrical meditation on spring, summer, autumn, and winter as inner states, then moves through tender verses that celebrate the wonder of a baby’s tiny features, the pure joy of early days, and the awe of cosmic wonder reflected in a child’s eyes.

Each piece, drawn from a range of voices across centuries, offers simple yet resonant images—golden curls, laughing faces, and the soft hush of a cradle—inviting listeners to pause and feel the intimacy of everyday miracles. The poems blend classic elegance with heartfelt spontaneity, making the book a comforting companion for anyone seeking a brief, reflective escape into the timeless beauty of youth and the gentle flow of life’s cycles.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (548K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Dennis Schreiner, and David Widger

Release date

2001-05-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Burton Egbert Stevenson

Burton Egbert Stevenson

1872–1962

A prolific American man of letters, he moved easily between mystery fiction, poetry anthologies, travel writing, and library work. He is especially remembered for popular reference books that brought verse and quotations to a wide general audience.

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