A Child's Garden of Verses" is a collection of 66 poems by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1885. The poems reflect the joys and wonder of childhood, drawing inspiration from Stevenson's own experiences. Themes and highlights: Childhood imagination: The poems capture the imaginative play of children, from sailing boats in the bath to traveling to far-off lands. Everyday experiences: Simple pleasures like swinging, playing with shadows, and watching the lamplighter are celebrated. Nostalgia: The collection evokes a nostalgic sense of childhood innocence and wonder. Famous poems: The book includes well-known poems like "The Land of Counterpane," "My Shadow," and "The Swing." This edition was printed in approx. 1900. A very early edition Binding is tight, pages are intact Back cover is starting to separate at spine Some kid's very vintage pencil doodles are prestent in a few places. Marked in front cover "Christmas 1940" Ships in 1 business day