In A Box

In A Box

by James Whitcomb Riley

This book is a collection of poems by James Whitcomb Riley, known for his use of dialect and his portrayal of everyday life in the American Midwest. The poems often feature themes of childhood, nature, and simple pleasures, and are characterized by their sentimental tone and humorous observations. Riley's work is considered a valuable window into the cultural and social landscape of late 19th-century America, and his poems continue to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

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James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry...

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