A Book Of Verse For Children

First published in 1914, this book contains a selection of English poetry originally intended to supply 'pieces for recitation and general reading' in kindergartens and junior schools. The poems chosen come from celebrated authors such as Burns and Tennyson, as well as some lesser-known poets. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of children's literature and literary education in Britain.

• | Author: Alys Rodgers
• | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• | Publication Date: Feb 19, 2015
• | Number of Pages: 130 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1107487242
• | ISBN-13: 9781107487246