First published in 1809, these short poems by the brother and sister who wrote Tales from Shakespeare speak to children about friendship, jealousy, kindness and the small dramas of family life. Three maids named Mary, Martha and Margaret share their gifts in equal measure, and an introduction by Israel Gollancz recalls the Blue-coat boys of Christ’s Hospital, Charles Lamb’s old school.
A gentle Regency collection that shows the Lambs’ wit and tenderness at small scale. Download the free EPUB.