At the Seaside - Vintage Book Cover
“At the Seaside” was published in 1882 and written by Robert Louis Stevenson. This vintage children’s book cover print was originally a cover to a lyric poem. Robert remembers and reminisces about a childhood day spent on the beach digging in the sand.
- Lyric poetry refers to a short poem with songlike qualities that expresses personal emotions and feelings.
- “When I was down beside the sea a wooden spade they gave to me to dig the sandy shore. My holes were empty like a cup, in every hole the sea came up, till it could come no more."
- Vintage print reproduction measures 8 x 10 inches.
- Printed on durable cover stock with soft velvet finish.
Did you know? Robert received the majority of his education from his nannies and private tutors. He was often ill and was frequently kept home. During this time, Robert dreamed of being a writer.
Interested in more prints by Robert Louis Stevenson? Check out our "At The Seaside" book page taken from a First Reader book in 1902. This print showcases a lyric poem written by Robert Louis Stevenson.
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