Sonnets of a Budding Bard by Nixon Waterman
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| Author | Waterman, Nixon, 1859-1944 |
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| Illustrator | Williams, John A. |
| Title | Sonnets of a Budding Bard |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Sonnets of a Budding Bard" by Nixon Waterman is a collection of whimsical poetry penned in the early 20th century. This amusing work employs light-hearted sonnets and verses to explore the thoughts and feelings of a young boy, delving into themes of childhood innocence, love, and familial relationships. The poems are characterized by their playful language and humorous observations, reflecting a charming perspective on the everyday experiences and musings of youth. The collection features various sonnets that capture relatable moments from childhood, such as daydreaming in school, contemplating love for a girl named Susan, and humorous events involving family dynamics. Each poem offers insights into the boy's thoughts as he navigates life, experiences whimsical fantasies about being a poet, and reflects on the antics of his father and life on a farm. Through clever rhymes and simplistic charm, Waterman paints a nostalgic picture of childhood, inviting readers to reminisce about their own youthful experiences while savoring the light-heartedness and sincerity of a budding bard’s reflections. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Humorous poetry, American |
| Subject | Sonnets |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41216 |
| Release Date | Oct 28, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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