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God Gave To Me A Child In Part by Robert Louis Stevenson

By Robert Louis Stevenson

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GOD gave to me a child in part, Yet wholly gave the father's heart: Child of my soul, O whither now, Unborn, unmothered, goest thou? You came, you went, and no man wist; Hapless, my child, no breast you kist; On no dear knees, a privileged babbler, clomb, Nor knew the kindly feel of home. My voice may reach you, O my dear- A father's voice perhaps the child may hear;

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"God Gave To Me A Child In Part" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a love english poem consisting of 19 lines. This English poem by Robert Louis Stevenson demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "GOD gave to me a child in part, Yet wholly gave the father's heart:...", this piece explores themes of love through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Robert Louis Stevenson's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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About Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and travel writer best known for "Treasure Island" and "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde." His "A Child's Garden of Verses" (1885) remains a beloved classic of children's poetry.

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