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Riley Child-Rhymes - cover

Riley Child-Rhymes

James Whitcomb Riley

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

"Riley Child-Rhymes" by James Whitcomb Riley includes 39 of James Whitcomb Riley's signature poems, such as "Old Aunt Mary's," "Little Orphant Annie," and "The Raggedy Man." Graced by noted Brown County artist Will Vawter's illustrations of scenes such as "The Nine Goblins," "The Circus Day Parade," and "Barefoot, Hungry, Lean Ornery Boys." These charming little poems remind older readers of simpler times and inspire imagination.
Available since: 12/09/2019.
Print length: 129 pages.

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