Now We Are Six

Book Review

The book «Now We Are Six» by A.A. Milne is a collection of poems that continues the theme of childhood and imagination started in the previous book «When We Were Very Young». In this book, Milne masterfully captures the world of childhood with its simplicity and sincerity, creating an atmosphere where adults can reminisce about their own childhood, and children can see reflections of their own experiences. Critics note that Milne's poems are filled with warmth and humor, they are easy to read and remember, making them appealing to children. The illustrations by Ernest Shepard accompanying the texts add a special charm to the book and help visualize the images created by the author. Overall, «Now We Are Six» is considered a classic of children's literature, continuing to delight readers of all ages with its sincerity and kindness.