
A lively collection of verses invites listeners into the simple, bright world of childhood, where everyday chores and farmyard scenes become the backdrop for playful rhyme and gentle humor. The poet’s warm, homespun voice captures the rhythm of a bustling kitchen, the chatter of a barnyard, and the wonder of twilight skies, all rendered in a charming dialect that feels both familiar and fresh.
Among the poems are mischievous tales of “Little Orphant Annie” and the steadfast “Raggedy Man,” each offering a blend of folk‑like storytelling and subtle moral nudges. Listeners will hear the rustle of hay, the hum of a summer breeze, and the soft warning of goblins lurking in the night, all delivered with a light‑hearted cadence that encourages imagination without ever straying into dark territory.
Perfect for families and young listeners, these verses celebrate curiosity, kindness, and the simple joys of rural life, making the collection a comforting companion for bedtime or quiet afternoons.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (70K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Etext produced by Maria Cecilia Lim and PG Distributed Proofreaders HTML file produced by David Widger
Release date
2006-01-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1849–1916
Best known as the "Hoosier Poet," this Indiana writer won a huge popular audience with warm, musical verse in regional dialect and with beloved poems for children like "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man." His work mixes humor, homespun storytelling, and nostalgia in a way that still feels lively when read aloud.
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