Doggerel and Other Tails: A Tail-Wagging Anthology of Verse for Dog Lovers

Dogs have been our companions for thousands of years, and in that time they have inspired countless works of art, literature, and music. Doggerel and Other Tails is a delightful collection of dog-themed poems that will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.

Doggerel and Other Tails (The Doggerel Tails Book 1)

by Harriet Muncaster

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2706 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	63 pages
Paperback	:	80 pages
Item Weight	:	6.1 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.19 x 9 inches

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With contributions from some of the world's most beloved poets, this book is a must-have for any dog lover. From the whimsical to the profound, these poems capture the many ways that dogs enrich our lives.

In "Ode to a Dog," Pablo Neruda writes:

Dog of my heart, companion of my days,
Your eyes are full of ancient wisdom,
Your tail wags with joy at my return,
And your bark is music to my ears.

In "Dog," Mary Oliver writes:

When I am old and full of sleep,
And the world is too much with me,
Let me have a dog to walk with,
And a quiet place to sit.

Doggerel and Other Tails is a timeless collection of poems that will be enjoyed by dog lovers of all ages. Whether you're looking for a laugh, a cry, or simply a reminder of the special bond between humans and dogs, this book is sure to please.

Table of Contents

• Chapter 1: Dogs of Joy
• Chapter 2: Dogs of Comfort
• Chapter 3: Dogs of Love
• Chapter 4: Dogs of Loss
• Chapter 5: Dogs of Memory

Chapter 1: Dogs of Joy

The poems in this chapter celebrate the joy that dogs bring into our lives. They are full of wagging tails, wet noses, and happy barks.

In "Dog Days," Billy Collins writes:

Dog days, those languid days of summer,
When the sun hangs heavy in the sky
And the only thing moving is the tail
Of the dog sleeping in the shade.

In "My Dog," Ogden Nash writes:

My dog is a perfect dog,
He is gentle and kind and good.
He loves to play fetch,
And he always makes me laugh.

Chapter 2: Dogs of Comfort

The poems in this chapter explore the ways that dogs can provide comfort and support in times of need.

In "A Dog's Love," Robert Browning writes:

A dog's love is a precious thing,
It is a love that is pure and true.
A dog's love is a gift from God,
And it is a gift that is always new.

In "The Comfort of Dogs," Elizabeth Barrett Browning writes:

The comfort of dogs is a wonderful thing,
They are always there to lend a paw,
They are always there to listen,
And they are always there to love.

Chapter 3: Dogs of Love

The poems in this chapter celebrate the love between humans and dogs.

In "To a Dog," Emily Dickinson writes:

The dog is a creature
That has feelings and a heart,
And he deserves to be treated
With kindness and respect.

In "My Dog, My Friend," Mark Twain writes:

My dog is my friend,
My companion, my confidant.
He is always there for me,
No matter what.

Chapter 4: Dogs of Loss

The poems in this chapter explore the grief of losing a beloved dog.

In "In Memory of a Dog," W.H. Auden writes:

To a dog
That was my friend
And that I loved

In "Gone," Emily Dickinson writes:

Gone from our sight, but not from our hearts,
Gone from our touch, but not from our minds.
Gone from our world, but not from our souls.

Chapter 5: Dogs of Memory

The poems in this chapter celebrate the memories we have of our beloved dogs, even after they are gone.

In "A Dog's Memory," Edna St. Vincent Millay writes:

I have a dog,
A dog that I love,
And when he is gone,
I shall always remember him.

In "The Dog I Loved," A.E. Housman writes:

The dog

Doggerel and Other Tails (The Doggerel Tails Book 1)

by Harriet Muncaster

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2706 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	63 pages
Paperback	:	80 pages
Item Weight	:	6.1 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.19 x 9 inches

FREE