Last Verses
'Last Verses' Summary
This book comprises a collection of poetry by Susan Coolidge, best known for her beloved children's book series 'What Katy Did.' Published posthumously, 'Last Verses' represents the third and final volume of her poetry. The poems within capture a wide range of topics, including personal reflections, nature, family life, and historical events. Through her evocative language and diverse poetic forms, Coolidge expresses a rich tapestry of human emotions and experiences. Readers will encounter poems on love, loss, faith, and the enduring beauty of the natural world. While 'Last Verses' allows us to see a different side of Coolidge, the same charming, insightful, and thoughtful voice resonates throughout her work, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.Book Details
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Susan Coolidge
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Sarah Chauncey Woolsey was an American children's author who wrote under the pen name Susan Coolidge. Woolsey was born on January 29, 1835 into the wealthy, influential New England Dwight family, in...
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