Bed in Summer

“Bed in Summer” is a poem by Robert Louis Stevenson, found in his classic collection “A Child’s Garden of Verses” (1885). The poem captures the thoughts of a child who reluctantly goes to bed while it’s still light out, reflecting the extended daylight hours of summer. Stevenson’s verses convey the child’s perspective with simple language, expressing a longing to stay up and enjoy the evening. The poem is celebrated for its depiction of childhood emotions and the natural world.