Shining Hours by Anonymous
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"Shining Hours" by Anonymous is a collection of children’s poetry written in the late 19th century. The work consists of whimsical verses that illustrate the adventures and imaginations of children, often portrayed through playful interactions with animals and nature. Through various characters like Edith, the adorable girl who treasures her doll, and the curious cat Teheran, the collection explores themes of childhood innocence, loyalty, and the joy found in simple moments. The
opening of this collection introduces readers to a series of charming poems featuring playful kittens, a little girl named Edith, and her affection for her doll despite receiving a new one. Other poems depict various animals, including a puzzled cat and a daring dog, each engaging with their surroundings in delightful and often humorous ways. The verses celebrate the carefree spirit of childhood, showcasing little adventures and imaginative play, which serve as a nostalgic reminder of the joys and innocence of youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | Shining Hours |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 92.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64422 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64422-6 |
| Release Date | Jan 30, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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