Canterbury Rhymes (1883)

Canterbury Rhymes is a collection of poems written by William Pember Reeves and originally published in 1883. The book features a total of 50 poems, each of which is inspired by the author's experiences living in and exploring the Canterbury region of New Zealand. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including ballads, sonnets, and free verse, and cover a wide range of topics. Some poems celebrate the natural beauty of the region, while others explore the history and culture of the people who live there. Throughout the book, Reeves displays a deep love and appreciation for the Canterbury region and its people. He captures the unique character of the area and its inhabitants with vivid descriptions and colorful imagery. Canterbury Rhymes is considered a classic of New Zealand literature and is still widely read and enjoyed today. It offers readers a glimpse into the history and culture of the Canterbury region, as well as the talent and creativity of one of the country's most celebrated poets.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.