“But when a snowflake, brave and meek,Lights on a rosy maiden's cheek,It starts-"How warm and soft the day!""'T is summer!" and it melts away.”
Quote by Mary Mapes Dodge
Work
When Life is Young: A Collection of Verse for Boys and Girls
This collection brings together a variety of verses that cater to the youthful spirit, offering a mix of themes and styles suitable for a young audience. more
Author
Mary Mapes Dodge
Mary Mapes Dodge was an American writer known for her children's literature. Born on January 26, 1831, and passing away on August 21, 1905, her works, including 'Hansel and Gretel' and 'Goldilocks', have been beloved by children and are still widely read today. more
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