Songs of the shining way by Sarah Noble Ives
"Songs of the Shining Way" by Sarah Noble Ives is a charming collection of children's poetry, likely written during the late 19th century. The book explores the whimsical and imaginative world of childhood, portraying a journey through various landscapes infused with wonder and play. It provides a gentle and enchanting narrative that resonates with the innocence of youth, inviting readers into a realm where dreams and nature intertwine. The content of the
book revolves around the character Dorothy and her adventures with friends Jimmy and Alice as they traverse the metaphorical "Shining Way." Through playful verses, the children engage in various activities, such as exploring meadows, embarking on imaginary voyages, and encountering enchanting creatures like butterflies and dragonflies. The poems evoke vivid imagery, reflecting the joys and sorrows of childhood, including the discovery of nature’s beauty and the bittersweet moments of growth. Each whimsical tale captures the essence of youth, celebrating the magic found in everyday experiences and illustrating the universal journey from innocence to maturity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ives, Sarah Noble, 1864-1944 |
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| LoC No. | 00001608 |
| Title | Songs of the shining way |
| Original Publication | New York: R. H. Russell, 1899. |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor 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.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's poetry, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75390 |
| Release Date | Feb 16, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 311 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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