Alice Meynell 
The Children [EPUB ebook] 
Innocence and Wonder: A Poignant Collection of Victorian Children’s Poetry

Alice Meynell’s ‚The Children‘ is a poignant collection of poems that beautifully captures the innocence, wonder, and complexity of childhood. Through lyrical verses and vivid imagery, Meynell delves into the inner world of children, exploring their joys, fears, and dreams. The book reflects the Victorian era’s fascination with childhood as a time of purity and imagination, embodying the literary style of the period with its emphasis on sentimentality and romanticism. Meynell’s sensitive portrayal of the fleeting nature of youth resonates with readers of all ages, making ‚The Children‘ a timeless masterpiece in children’s literature.