“In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: It Goes On.”
Robert Frost

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Elf-light, Bat-light . . .




 

 Dream Song by Walter de la Mare from Poems for Boys and Girls


I simply love the imagery in this poem by British poet Walter de la Mare and Lois Maloy has illustrated this book in such a beautiful way. Sadly, I could not find anymore information about Lois. The little bats and the owl make this a perfect poem for this month of Halloween posts!



The image for 'Dream Song' has been enhanced using the Pixlr, photo app.

Hope you all enjoyed the quirky poem!
~~ Diane ~~

12 comments:

  1. Yes indeed, very apt for this time of year. I agree, the illustrations are lovely.

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  2. Walter de la Mare's poems were an important part of my growing up. He always created such vivid imagery!

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  3. Lovely poem - and as you say the imagery it evokes is so vivid. I don't think I've read it before. Its perfect for any time of year but now especially!

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    1. Great timing - I see we were both visiting each other and left comments at exactly the same time!

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    2. You are absolutely right!Hahaa!

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  4. That is a lovely poem. And I really like the illustrations. Fantasy style!

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  5. wow, I am loving the header and illustrations. Looking amazing.

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  6. Dear Diane this is a cute poem but even more is the wonderful illustrations. As always you have made my heart light. Take care and have a wonderful day.

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  7. I love this poem. I also love that it is a reminder for children that even through reading we can escape. :)

    Happy seeing beautiful!

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  8. Wow, beautiful poem! I like it. One of my favorites too is de la Mare's SILVER.

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