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What a wonderful reprise... (Reply to this comment)
by theeye
of the book from which I learned to read! As a young child, I heard this book read to me each night (by my father) and eventually began to read it myself -- first the very short poems and, in time, the more intimidating long verses. I still have my original dog-eared copy.
Thanks for a trip down memory lane! :-)
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Feb 18 '01
2:10 pm PST
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Well, now. I won't be writing a review on this book. (Reply to this comment)
by wavesandshells
You have done a wonderful job already.
I bought this book for my soon to be 3 year old daughter this past Spring and we love it. We both love the way the words flow together. My husband and I read her a poem from this book every night. Her favorites are The Shadow, The Swing, and The Wind. She recites The Swing when she is on her swing. LOL I've read The Shadow so many times to her that I have it memorized! It comes in handy to soothe my children's fussiness when we are driving a long distance in the car.
The only con with this book is that the language is hard for young children to understand since the words in the book are not common in today's language. I have remedied that to a point. For example, I will use the word meddle in conversation so that she will understand the poem Looking Forward better.
Other than that, I love this book!
Wendy
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Aug 14 '00
1:08 am PDT
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Another of your (Reply to this comment)
by 1truluv
Excellent reviews! What a wonderful gift this would make for any child. Thank you for reviewing this precious book.
Louise
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Jun 08 '00
2:54 am PDT
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A Classic! (Reply to this comment)
by happy2000usa
I refer to both the book and your review. An excellent job, Helen! I appreciate the time you took to add references to Stevenson's works and quoting some of the better pieces in the book.
A job well done!
Wayne
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Jun 06 '00
12:15 pm PDT
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Re: Simply beautiful (Reply to this comment)
by sleestakk
to which I agree 100%!
Having never read any of his poetry (until now), I'm not sure which I like better, his poetry or how you described it. Both so well crafted. Thank you for this treasure of a review!
~ Jay
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Jun 04 '00
9:03 pm PDT
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Simply beautiful (Reply to this comment)
by linda1527
Thank you for such a beautiful piece. While it is long, it is beautifully written (your words as well as the poem).
Linda
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Jun 04 '00
2:07 pm PDT
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Sounds like a gem! (Reply to this comment)
by sgentile
I will have to remember to purchase this one as even now I GREATLY enjoy viwing "life from a child’s point of view." 8-) I love the Shadow poem you chose to share with us... and smiled while reading through it. My daughter Ali (18 months) recently discovered HER shadow & I would LOVE to know what she is thinking when she sees it!
Great job here Helen!
Susan 8-)
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Jun 04 '00
4:23 am PDT
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The preparation... (Reply to this comment)
by miridunn
and work you put into your reveiws is astounding! Puts me to shame! Thanks for leading the way.
Miriam
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Jun 03 '00
4:21 pm PDT
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Helen, what a wonderful tribute! (Reply to this comment)
by conradd
I have very few childhood books left . . . my Dad was in the Navy and we moved every year. Since the total moving weight had to be kept down, many of my favorite books and toys were left in the hands of other children. My copy of A Child's Garden of Verses somehow made it through each winnowing process (during the last move, by hiding it in the springs under the driver's side car seat and listening to my dad complain about the uncomfortable seat all the way to Oregon).
I can still get lost in the pages. And, I have seen and recognized the child in the garden. Like looking in a mirror.
Thank you for this evocative review of a timeless book. I'm off to reread my copy, loose pages and all.
Deb
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Jun 03 '00
1:51 am PDT
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See?... (Reply to this comment)
by tipu
... how uncultured I am?... I was not aware of RLS's poetry until relatively late in my years...
To Any Reader of Pogomom
If the kind readers will peruse
Any of pogomom's reviews
They will see, without a doubt, thinks me
That her opinions are of high use
And they never fail to bemuse, inform, or amuse.
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HEY, I was that kid!!! I used to pester my poor brother at the next desk with whatever I was learning that day... 'course, he often had earphones on, so I had to speak loudly to get through to him! Interesting that he called while I was reading this.
Another pogo job! ...t-þoo
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Jun 02 '00
4:38 pm PDT
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Cool:) (Reply to this comment)
by anderclayton
I also have some memories of Robert Louis Stephenson's work. I have a poem that I memorized in 1st grade of his: "The Swing." I can still recite the poem even though I have a habit of easily forgetting things that I memorize (speeches, pretty much anything that I memorize when I have to do public speaking). No idea whether the poem is in the book but I would guess it would be:) Maybe I will hunt this book down sometime:) Thanks for the recommendation.
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Jun 02 '00
2:50 pm PDT
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A series of smiles as I read your latest..... (Reply to this comment)
by Bonies7
Helen,
You've done another superb job of evoking memories...and smiles...with this glimpse of a long ago favorite.
Your combination of insight...information...and thoroughness....is absolutely first rate. And your writing continues to amaze me with your ability to create top notch reviews week after week....month after month.
I save the BRAVO comment for those few reviews that truly are the best of the best. Yours deserves two: Bravo....BRAVO!
Jeff Clow (Bonies7)
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Jun 02 '00
4:46 am PDT
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Ahhh!...... (Reply to this comment)
by Ynmaeven
What a delightful trip back in time! I received my copy when I was seven and handed it down to my son. Great review!
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Jun 01 '00
9:27 pm PDT
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Once Again... (Reply to this comment)
by gogigantes
Another incredibly thorough and insightful review. If only I could remember what I got for my fifth birthday. Probably a few Star Wars toys I broke right after the cake was cut.
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Jun 01 '00
8:28 pm PDT
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Marvelous review, and a shared favorite poem (Reply to this comment)
by isinga
I hate to admit it, but I received my first copy (which I quickly wore out by reading it to myself - really) when I was five years old -- in 1936! It has lived in a warm place in my heart's file of memories for all these years, leaving me feeling good that it will do the same for generations yet unborn as long as there are still literate parents. Thank you for the review.
isinga
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Jun 01 '00
8:10 pm PDT
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One Of My Favorite Writers And Poets (Reply to this comment)
by kcfoxy
I nevere minded the gift of books, (clothing was another thing as a young girl in the time before...brand names!). This weighty tome was a gift from my godfather, and held a place of honor in our family.
Little hands had to be clean before turning these wonderous pages. Your excellent review brings these memories rushing back so vividly and the childish joy of discovery. Thanks for a trip back, and for the links to other RLS works. Casey
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Jun 01 '00
5:50 pm PDT
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Two older brothers (Reply to this comment)
by tommiles
I had two older brothers... I know from whence you speak. :-)
excellent article.
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Jun 01 '00
4:32 pm PDT
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Great As Always... (Reply to this comment)
by jdanishevsky
Helen, this is truly an exceptional review. This for kids for forkids compain has spin off a lot of excellent writing. I enjoyed reading your review and some of the poems that you have used.
As usual congratulations on the great review.
Jake.
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Jun 01 '00
10:22 am PDT
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This book had more of an impact on me than I realized (Reply to this comment)
by jrk
I had consciously forgotten about these poems, but obviously my subconscious remembered, since I recalled every word of My Shadow as I read it in your wonderful review. Thanks for reminding me about this collection.
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May 31 '00
10:38 pm PDT
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I read it every night (Reply to this comment)
by taurusmoon
Oh what wonderful memories. I read that book, one verse at a time until I was done. And then, I went back and reread all my favorites. My Shadow was definitely one of them. But, I never could figure out exactly what an India-rubber ball was. I finally decided not to lose any more sleep over it and declared it a Pensy Pinky. Saved me years of therapy.
Great review,
Sara
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May 31 '00
8:44 pm PDT
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Excellent as always (Reply to this comment)
by DoubleCoog
Thanks for stirring up more childhood memories!
-Adam
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May 31 '00
7:51 pm PDT
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Very Poignant (Reply to this comment)
by Mrsfitts
Thank you for sharing.... Words can not express what I think about this very touching review.
(hugs)
pam
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May 31 '00
5:44 pm PDT
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Wonderful review! (Reply to this comment)
by caravan70
You've done a fantastic job of telling your readers about this collection and what it meant to you as a child. It was a pleasure to read your very well-crafted book review.
Thanks,
Darren
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May 31 '00
4:17 pm PDT
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Thank You so much for including some of the verses! (Reply to this comment)
by forkids
It is beginning to bring back memories but I need to get more, more, more verse because your review sold me on the need to add this to our collection. Wonderfully perfect, pogomom and thanks for your participation.
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May 31 '00
3:22 pm PDT
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I can't e-mail you!... (Reply to this comment)
by etrustman
I am sorry that I cannot just email you this since you don't have your email listed. I have recieved your comment, and so, here is my reply to your comment:
Pogomon,
I have never directly copied your profile. I was in the process of improving my profile and, I admit, took some ideas from it but never fully copied it. Isn't that what writers do, get ideas from others?
Anyway, I appreciate your concern and will change my profile so that it does not resemble your profile in any way. Thanks for notifing me of this in time! If you have any other concerns, feel free to post another comment or e-mail me about it.
Again, Thanks!
eTrustman
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May 31 '00
3:08 pm PDT
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One of my favorites too (Reply to this comment)
by suzig
I use this with my classes, teaching poetry to middle school students. Thanks for great review.
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May 31 '00
2:44 pm PDT
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