Hours of childhood, and other poems by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title Hours of childhood, and other poems
Note Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif 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.)
Summary "Hours of childhood, and other poems" by Anonymous is a collection of poetry published in the early 19th century, specifically in the year 1820. The book reflects a sentimentality and nostalgia for childhood, exploring themes of nature, memory, and the tender emotions associated with family connections and friendships. The work is characterized by its romantic style, indicative of the period’s appreciation for personal feelings and natural beauty. The central piece, "Hours of Childhood," weaves a tapestry of recollections that evoke the simplicity and innocence of youth. Through vivid imagery and contemplative language, the narrator reminisces about the joys and serenity experienced in childhood, contrasting them with the complexities of adult life. Other poems in the collection explore themes of maternal love, friendship, and the bittersweet passage of time, all while capturing the essence of natural beauty and the deep emotional bonds that define our earliest experiences. The author's reflections serve as both a celebration of the pastoral and a poignant reminder of the inevitable changes that accompany the journey of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Canadian poetry
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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