
A lyrical tapestry unfurls, inviting listeners into a world where contemplation drifts between the ethereal and the everyday. The opening verses weave a restless muse with the simple scent of mint, setting a tone that is both introspective and delightfully grounded. As the poet moves through shifting moods, vivid images of sunrise, lingering grief, and hopeful promise emerge without ever losing their gentle cadence. The language feels like a whispered conversation with nature, urging the heart to remember wonder amid life’s tangled shadows.
The collection blossoms into a series of vivid snapshots—glimmering fireflies that turn night into a chorus of fleeting lanterns, the playful dance of Bo‑Peep among budding trees, and the slow, silver song of a spring river. Each piece celebrates ordinary marvels, from the soft rustle of leaves to the quiet resilience of a child’s smile. Listeners will find a rhythm that balances melancholy with bright optimism, encouraging a fresh appreciation for the small, luminous moments that thread through our days.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (89K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Susan Carr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2020-10-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
b. 1867
A Canadian-born minister and poet, he wrote warm, thoughtful verse shaped by family life, faith, and the natural world. His best-known collection, Muse and Mint, brings together poems that range from fireside reflections to humor and memory.
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