1864 The Childrens Garland Poetry Selected by C. Patmore Antique Childrens Book

1864 The Childrens Garland Poetry Selected by C. Patmore Antique Childrens Book

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1864 The Childrens Garland Poetry Selected by C. Patmore Antique Childrens Book

The Childrens Garland From The Best Poets
Selected and Arranged by Coventry Patmore
Published by MacMillan And Co: London 1864
1st Edition - Eighth Thousand - Feb 1864
Provenance - Ex Libris W. P. Hurst. This book is very likely to have come from the library of William P. Hurst, primarily known as the editor of The Australasian newspaper, which was published by the Argus. He was also the subject of a portrait by Harry Bromilow Harrison, which was a finalist in the 1921 Archibald Prize.

"The Children's Garland from the Best Poets, selected and arranged by Coventry Patmore, is a thoughtfully curated anthology of English poetry aimed at young readers. First published in the mid-19th century, the collection gathers works from revered poets such as William Blake, William Wordsworth, Robert Browning, and others. Patmore's selections emphasize moral integrity, emotional sensitivity, and the wonders of nature and childhood. The poems range in tone from playful and imaginative to deeply reflective, introducing children to a wide spectrum of poetic expression while nurturing both their language skills and ethical sensibilities.

Coventry Patmore, himself a poet, carefully organized the anthology to suit a child's developing mind and spirit, with a strong belief in poetry's formative power. He included brief and engaging pieces that are accessible yet rich with meaning, often exploring themes of innocence, duty, beauty, and familial love. The collection stands as a testament to Victorian ideals of education and character development, offering a timeless introduction to the moral and aesthetic pleasures of poetry. Its enduring appeal lies in its balance of literary quality and child-friendly charm."

General wear and fading to cover with some minor damage to top of outer spine as shown. Carries the bookplate of W.P. Hurst. Pages pleasantly age toned but otherwise clean and well presented. Binding is decent with no obvious loose pages. A nice copy, with PROVENANCE in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 16.5cm x 11cm x 2cm - 344 Pages + Publishers Advertising

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  • Childrens Books
  • Poetry

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    Condition: Good
    Binding: Cloth
    Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Original Decorated GIlt Cloth Bindings", "Ex Libris", "Bookplate"]
    Region: Europe
    Subject: Literature & Fiction
    Original/Facsimile: Original
    Seller Notes: General wear and fading to cover with some minor damage to top of outer spine as shown. Carries the bookplate of W.P. Hurst. Pages pleasantly age toned but otherwise clean and well presented. Binding is decent with no obvious loose pages. A nice copy, with PROVENANCE in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
    Language: English
    Author: Coventry Patmore
    Publisher: MacMillan And Co: London
    Year Printed: 1864
    Sub-subject: Childrens Poetry