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by John Echtenkamp (Author), Ben Marchál (Illustrator)
Take flight with Birds I've Heard! -a delightful collection of prose poetry and lively imagery by John Echtenkamp. Featuring three distinct sections-Birds I've Heard!, The Mother Poems, and Anything Rhymes With Anything! -this book is an eclectic sampling that covers themes of nature, family, and the incredible wonders that life offers, from the simple to the profound and personal.
This delightful collection of poems will charm with its whimsy, humor, and heartfelt reflections on life. This enchanting book offers contemplative poetry for everyone to enjoy.
In the first section, Birds I've Heard!, enjoy and celebrate beauty and wonder with contemplative poems on an array of topics, featuring the magic of spring, the joy of seashell collecting, and the nature of the wind, with illustrations from swans and doves to eagles and pterodactyls.
In The Mother Poems, experience a deeply personal selection of memories and reflections on the poet's mother. With heartfelt and relatable themes, these poems will resonate with anyone who has experienced the enduring bond between mother and son.
Anything Rhymes With Anything! completes and rounds out this poetry sampler and delivers a playful medley of poems with topics ranging from the simple to the profound. This section is a vibrant variety show with surprising observations about the world.
John Echtenkamp's style brings a fresh, imaginative perspective to the poetry genre. Readers will love the thoughtful language, vivid imagery, and clever wordplay that bring each page to life.
Perfect for lovers of poetry, nature, birdwatching, tattoos, African safaris, dragons, and beyond, Birds I've Heard! is a joyful celebration of life's wonders. Whether you're reading alone or sharing with loved ones, this collection will leave you smiling, inspired, and ready to embrace the world with renewed curiosity.
