Figgie Hobbin and Other Poems
No. of pages 96
Published: 1993
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"Figgie Hobbin and Other Poems" by Charles Causley is a collection that captures the essence of childhood, folklore, and the landscape of Cornwall. The titular poem, "Figgie Hobbin," centers around the adventures of a child and his encounter with a magical, whimsical figure in a rural setting. Causley’s poetry is characterized by vivid imagery, rhythmic language, and a deep appreciation for the natural world and local traditions. Each poem reflects themes of innocence, imagination, and the passage of time, inviting readers into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary through the eyes of a child. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by Pan Macmillan .
Gerald Rose is the very successful author and illustrator of many books for Macmillan. He lives in Kent. Charles Causley was born in Cornwall, and apart from six years spent in the Royal Navy during the Second World War, lived there all his life. He was one of Britain's foremost poets, writing for both adults and children. He was awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry in 1967 and appointed CBE in 1986. In 1987 he won the Kurt Maschler Award for Jack the Treacle Eater and in 1990 the Ingersoll/T. S. Eliot Award of America. Charles Causley died in 2003.