Bounding For Light

A Children’s Poetry Anthology

edited by Richard Mbuthia

Bounding For Light is a compilation of poems by Primary
school children from Tanzania aged between 10 and 13. In the poems they
explore various topics that are close to their hearts. The diction and
imagery employed to drive the pieces are the children’s own. The
simplicity of delivery and depth of content are the hallmarks of their
being. The poems mirror the children’s own aspirations, dreams, fears,
day dreams and takes on different issues that affect their lives and
society. The pieces give wings to their inner voices – voices that at
times are stifled. They give freedom to the inner spirit to soar and
perch on the choicest branches and take in the sights. Allow the magic
of the words here enthrall and entertain you.

£22.00

About the editors

Richard Mbuthia

Richard Mbuthia is a teacher and a poet. He has great passion for
poetry. To him, the rhythm and verve of poetry are ingredients of a
great love story. The twenty six letters of the alphabet amaze him with
their ability to foster change – their volatility and aptness cannot be
gainsaid. He is passionate about helping to inculcate and develop the
poetic craft in children. This is the second of many projects he intends
to do with children within and without the classroom setting. He is
also a published poet in books and in different forums online.