Poems

Name: Poems
Author: Samuel G. Goodrich

By Samuel G. Goodrich

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Poetry

About This Book

A varied collection of lyric and narrative poems that shifts between fanciful tales—miniatures of fairies, humming birds, and voyages—and contemplative pieces on landscape, seasons, and the sea. Vivid natural imagery evokes lakes, rivers, prairies, and garden flowers while shorter occasional lyrics dwell on youth, memory, loss, and mortality. Some poems adopt storytelling modes with lively action and playful detail, others favor quiet reflection and musical diction. Across the pieces the tone moves from playful fantasy to sober meditation, using pictorial language and sentiment to explore imagination, emotional states, and the passage of time.

About the Author

Samuel G. Goodrich

Samuel G. Goodrich, also known by his pen name Peter Parley, was an American author and educator active in the 19th century. He is best known for his engaging children's literature, which aimed to educate young readers through entertaining narratives. Goodrich's works often blended history, science, and moral lessons, making complex subjects accessible to children. Notable titles include "Curiosities of Human Nature" and "Famous Men of Ancient Times," which reflect his interest in both human behavior and historical figures. His contributions to literature have left a lasting impact on American children's writing.