Poems to Send You Off to Sleep: A Nocturnal Anthology

As the curtains of night draw close and the world surrenders to the embrace of slumber, indulge in the soothing melodies of these poems. Each verse is a gentle caress, a whisper that escorts you to the threshold of dreams. Let these words be your faithful companions, guiding you into a blissful night of tranquility.

"Sleep, Sweet Nymph" by Edmund Spenser

A collection of 25 poems for babies to listen to before going to sleep: Poems to Send You off to Sleep

by Lecia Cornwall

4.7 out of 5

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Sleep, sweet nymph, and quiet composer of all hearts, Come and possess my tired eyelids with thy soft embrace; Let no dreams, but such as may delight, haunt my rest.

In this excerpt from Spenser's "Epithalamion," the poet invokes the ancient Greek goddess of sleep, Nyx, to bestow her gentle touch upon him. The words flow like a murmuring brook, inviting a peaceful surrender to the realm of dreams.

"A Cradle Song" by William Blake

Sweet dreams, form a shade O'er my lovely infant's head; Sweet dreams of pleasant streams, By happy, silent, moony beams.

Blake's lullaby-like poem captures the innocence and purity of a sleeping child. Each line is a gentle rocking motion, creating a sense of warmth and security as the child drifts off to slumber.

"Night" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Over the starry meadows broad, Night, the dark shepherd, drives his flocks of dreams. And they are white and pure, and strange, and sweet, These flock of dreams that through the wide night-meadows stray.

Longfellow's imagery in this poem paints a vivid picture of night as a celestial shepherd guiding his flock of dreams. Each dream is a delicate and ethereal creature, promising a journey into the unknown realms of the subconscious.

"To Night" by Percy Bysshe Shelley

Swiftly walk o'er the western wave, Spirit of Night! Out of the misty eastern cave, Where all the long and lone daylight, Thou wovest dreams of joy and fear, Which make thee terrible and dear, Swift be thy flight!

Shelley's invocation to Night is both awe-inspiring and comforting. He personifies Night as a mysterious and powerful force that weaves both dreams of joy and fear, embracing the duality of the subconscious mind.

"Sleep" by Mary Oliver

Listen, can you hear it? The humming of the world as it goes to sleep? The crickets chirping, the frogs croaking, The wind blowing through the trees.

Oliver's poem invites us to pause and listen to the symphony of nature as it settles into slumber. Each sound becomes a lullaby, guiding us towards a harmonious connection with the natural world and our own inner peace.

"The Dream" by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Like the most delirious music, Wild, sweet, and strange, The thought of my dear Alice makes my heart to dance; Like a skylark in his highest mid-air song.

Emerson's poem captures the exhilarating and ethereal nature of a dream. The beloved Alice becomes a muse, inspiring a flight of fancy and imagination that transcends the boundaries of reality.

"Dream Variations" by Langston Hughes

Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die Life is a barren field Frozen with snow.

Hughes' powerful words remind us of the importance of embracing our dreams. They are the seeds of our aspirations and the fuel for our creativity. By cherishing our dreams, we keep alive the spark of wonder and possibility.

"Sleep Now" by Rabindranath Tagore

Sleep now, my baby, sleep now, Over thy head the stars are twinkling now. Thy mother's eyes will guard thee, And the angels of God will watch o'er thee.

Tagore's gentle lullaby echoes the love and protection of a mother's embrace. The imagery of twinkling stars and watchful angels creates a sense of safety and serenity, fostering a peaceful transition into slumber.

As you drift into the realm of dreams, let these poems be your companions, guiding you through the night with their soft whispers and soothing melodies. May they lull you into a restful sleep, where worries dissolve and dreams take flight.

Sweet dreams, dear reader.

A collection of 25 poems for babies to listen to before going to sleep: Poems to Send You off to Sleep

by Lecia Cornwall

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7513 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	25 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	96 pages
Item Weight	:	3.2 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.3 x 0.3 x 7.5 inches

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