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Available
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Publication
Everyman's Library (2003), Edition: 1st Edition., 256 pages
Description
A collection of poetic works pays tribute to the canine companion includes such pieces as Margaret Cavendish's barking chorus of hunting beagles and Jane Kenyon's verse on her grinning and nuzzling dog on a drizzly afternoon.
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LibraryThing member jhagiya
A delightful and amusing collection of poems by distinguished English and American poets about dogs will charm readers. Similar to today’s popular music, these poems use repetition, rhythm, and rhymes to reach the many senses. A strength of this collection is its small size, making it
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non-intimidating. Each poem has substantial white space on each page, appealing to reluctant readers. Young adults can easily find a poem by using the Table of Contents and Index of Authors. Most poems are short and a fast read, great for integration into thematic lessons or use during a break between assignments. Show Less
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2003
Physical description
256 p.; 6.46 inches
ISBN
140004037X / 9781400040377