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A Humble Life
Plain Poems
By High, Linda Oatman & Farnsworth, Bill
- ISBN
- 978-0-80285-207-6
- Publisher
- Grand Rapids, Mich. : Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2001.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on October 1, 2001
Gr 1-5 A look at the lives of Amish and Mennonite people in Pennsylvania Dutch country. "A humble life/is mine, /and it's a fine existence, /rich with simple gifts/and plain innocence-." This opening line from the book's first poem encapsulates the theme perfectly. Melodic prose exemplifies the simple life, yet deep faith, of the hardworking people. Because of their captivating consonance, lines like "swallowing, /wallowin...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
