Overview
Hardcover in Very Good (VG) condition.
This book brings together some of the finest and most magical children's literature from the 20th century. This wonderful anthology of verse will take you on a journey through the century starting with the contemporary voices of Benjamin Zephaniah and Grace Nichols and moving back in time to the classic poetry of Thomas Hardy. Featuring over 70 poets, each individual voice speaks with resonance and clarity. All are complemented with illustrations by a host of talented artists whose evocative images perfectly reflect the diverse contrasts of subject, mood, style and form. A brilliant and essential collection of verse, this volume stands alone in recognizing the richness and wealth of poetry for children throughout the 20th century.