Songs for a Little House By: Christopher Morley (1890-1957)
Songs for a Little House by Christopher Morley is a collection of enchanting poems that beautifully capture the essence of a cozy home. This book transports readers to a world full of warmth, comfort, and simplicity, reminding us of the transformative power of the everyday. Morley's poems in this collection effortlessly blend together moments of domesticity, nature, and profound introspection. From the opening pages, readers will feel as though they are stepping into a quiet sanctuary, filled with the gentle melodies of life's small joys. Each poem holds a delicate beauty, as if it were a tiny, perfectly woven tapestry, showcasing the magic in the smallest of details. The author's words flow effortlessly, evoking a sense of nostalgia and an appreciation for the simplicities of life. Through his lyrical verses, Morley reminds us of the importance of finding solace in our surroundings, bringing attention to the wonders we often overlook in our fast-paced, modern world. One of the most captivating aspects of Songs for a Little House is the way Morley seamlessly intertwines themes of home, love, and nature. His vivid descriptions of blooming gardens, crackling fireplaces, and cozy nooks instill a profound sense of peace and harmony. This collection serves as a gentle reminder that a home is not just a physical space, but a sanctuary for the soul. Furthermore, Morley's introspective poems delve into the deeper aspects of life, exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth. His verses, filled with insight and emotion, resonate with readers on a profound level, inviting introspection and reflection on our own journeys. While some may argue that the simplicity of Songs for a Little House limits its appeal, it is precisely this simplicity that makes the collection so enchanting. Morley's ability to find beauty in the mundane, to illuminate the ordinary with extraordinary grace, sets this book apart. In conclusion, Songs for a Little House by Christopher Morley is a delightful collection of poems that celebrates the beauty of simplicity and the power of finding comfort in our surroundings. Morley's words are like a gentle lullaby, soothing the reader's soul and reminding us to find joy in the small moments of life. First Page: E text prepared by Ron Swanson SONGS FOR A LITTLE HOUSE by CHRISTOPHER MORLEY "He that high growth on cedars did bestow, Gave also lowly mushrumps leave to grow." R. Southwell, 1562 95 New York George H. Doran Company Copyright, 1917, by George H. Doran Company Printed in the United States of America TO THE LITTLE HOUSE Dear little house, dear shabby street, Dear books and beds and food to eat! How feeble words are to express The facets of your tenderness. How white the sun comes through the pane! In tinkling music drips the rain! How burning bright the furnace glows! What paths to shovel when it snows! O dearly loved Long Island trains! O well remembered joys and pains.... How near the housetops Beauty leans Along that little street in Queens! Let these poor rhymes abide for proof Joy dwells beneath a humble roof; Heaven is not built of country seats But little queer suburban streets! Albany Avenue, Queens, Long Island, March, 1917 ONE MOMENT, PLEASE At fifty cents per agate line Kind editors will buy your verse; They'll make you swear that you resign All claims, for better or for worse. The book, dramatic, photoplay, And interplanetary rights They seize; but do not feel dismay Their barks are fiercer than their bites! I thank, for leave to print these rhymes, And for unfailing courtesy, Everybody's , New York Times , The Outlook and the Century ; The Boston Transcript , L... Continue reading book >>

Songs for a Little House By: Christopher Morley (1890-1957)

Songs for a Little House by Christopher Morley is a collection of enchanting poems that beautifully capture the essence of a cozy home. This book transports readers to a world full of warmth, comfort, and simplicity, reminding us of the transformative power of the everyday.

Morley's poems in this collection effortlessly blend together moments of domesticity, nature, and profound introspection. From the opening pages, readers will feel as though they are stepping into a quiet sanctuary, filled with the gentle melodies of life's small joys. Each poem holds a delicate beauty, as if it were a tiny, perfectly woven tapestry, showcasing the magic in the smallest of details.

The author's words flow effortlessly, evoking a sense of nostalgia and an appreciation for the simplicities of life. Through his lyrical verses, Morley reminds us of the importance of finding solace in our surroundings, bringing attention to the wonders we often overlook in our fast-paced, modern world.

One of the most captivating aspects of Songs for a Little House is the way Morley seamlessly intertwines themes of home, love, and nature. His vivid descriptions of blooming gardens, crackling fireplaces, and cozy nooks instill a profound sense of peace and harmony. This collection serves as a gentle reminder that a home is not just a physical space, but a sanctuary for the soul.

Furthermore, Morley's introspective poems delve into the deeper aspects of life, exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth. His verses, filled with insight and emotion, resonate with readers on a profound level, inviting introspection and reflection on our own journeys.

While some may argue that the simplicity of Songs for a Little House limits its appeal, it is precisely this simplicity that makes the collection so enchanting. Morley's ability to find beauty in the mundane, to illuminate the ordinary with extraordinary grace, sets this book apart.

In conclusion, Songs for a Little House by Christopher Morley is a delightful collection of poems that celebrates the beauty of simplicity and the power of finding comfort in our surroundings. Morley's words are like a gentle lullaby, soothing the reader's soul and reminding us to find joy in the small moments of life.

First Page:

E text prepared by Ron Swanson

SONGS FOR A LITTLE HOUSE

CHRISTOPHER MORLEY

"He that high growth on cedars did bestow, Gave also lowly mushrumps leave to grow." R. Southwell, 1562 95

New York George H. Doran Company

Printed in the United States of America

TO THE LITTLE HOUSE

Dear little house, dear shabby street, Dear books and beds and food to eat! How feeble words are to express The facets of your tenderness.

How white the sun comes through the pane! In tinkling music drips the rain! How burning bright the furnace glows! What paths to shovel when it snows!

O dearly loved Long Island trains! O well remembered joys and pains.... How near the housetops Beauty leans Along that little street in Queens!

Let these poor rhymes abide for proof Joy dwells beneath a humble roof; Heaven is not built of country seats But little queer suburban streets!

Albany Avenue, Queens, Long Island, March, 1917

ONE MOMENT, PLEASE

At fifty cents per agate line Kind editors will buy your verse; They'll make you swear that you resign All claims, for better or for worse. The book, dramatic, photoplay, And interplanetary rights They seize; but do not feel dismay Their barks are fiercer than their bites!

I thank, for leave to print these rhymes, And for unfailing courtesy, Everybody's , New York Times , The Outlook and the Century ; The Boston Transcript , L... Continue reading book >>

Genres for this book
Literature
Poetry

eBook links
Wikipedia – Christopher Morley
Wikipedia – Songs for a Little House

eBook Downloads
ePUB eBook • iBooks for iPhone and iPad • Nook • Sony Reader	Kindle eBook • Mobi file format for Kindle
Read eBook • Load eBook in browser	Text File eBook • Computers • Windows • Mac