A Child's Garden of Verses

A Child's Garden of Verses

by Robert Louis Stevenson and Charles Robinson
Epub (Kobo - Fixed Layout), Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 28/07/2020

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A handsome new edition of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic collection of children’s poems

Racehorse for Young Readers’ Children’s Classic Collections is a new series that offers readers timeless compilations of children’s literature. Handsomely packaged and affordable, this new series aims to revitalize these enchanting works and continue the tradition of sharing them with the next generation.


A Child’s Garden of Verses is one of the most famous children’s collections of poetry ever published. It was written by Robert Louis Stevenson for children about the joys and sorrows of childhood, touching on themes like illness and solitude as well as make-believe games and play. This collection includes stories like:



  • "Foreign Children"

  • "The Lamplighter"

  • "The Land of Counterpane"

  • "Bed in Summer"

  • "My Shadow"

  • "The Swing"

  • And more!


Whether you’re a collector or just want to share these incredible tales with the young readers in your life, this book will provide readers with countless hours of unforgettable stories and artwork.

ISBN:
9781631583667
9781631583667
Category:
Classic fiction (Children's / Teenage)
Format:
Epub (Kobo - Fixed Layout), Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
28-07-2020
Language:
English
Publisher:
Racehorse
Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-94) was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. He studied law but preferred writing and in 1881 was inspired by his stepson to write Treasure Island.

Other famous adventure stories followed including Kidnapped, as well as the famous collection of poems for children, A Child's Garden of Verses. Robert Louis Stevenson is buried on the island of Samoa.

Charles Robinson

Artist and engraver Charles Robinson (1870–1937) worked in the Arts and Crafts tradition and specialized in children's literature.

A pioneer of modern book design, he was among the first to integrate drawings with text. Dover publishes his interpretation of A Child's Garden of Verses.

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