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    A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses
    A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses
    A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses
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    A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses

    By Robert Burns, Damon Runyon and Edna St. Vincent Millay

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    ‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherA Rhyme A Dozen
    Release dateFeb 1, 2024
    ISBN9781835473672
    A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses

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      A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses - Robert Burns

      A Rhyme a Dozen ― 12 Poets, 12 Poems, 1 Topic ― Roses

      An Introduction

      ‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.

      Index of Contents

      A Red, Red Rose by Robert Burns

      The Rose Has Flushed Red by Hafiz

      A Wild Rose

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