Sunshine and Shade: Tales from Many Lands, in Verse is a poetry book written by Finlay Craig and published in 1894. The book consists of a collection of poems that tell stories from different parts of the world. Each poem is written in a narrative style and is accompanied by illustrations that depict the scenes and characters described in the poem.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different region of the world. The sections include Europe, Asia, Africa, America, and Australia. Each section contains several poems that tell stories from that region. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including ballads, sonnets, and free verse.The stories told in the poems are varied and cover a wide range of topics. Some of the poems tell tales of adventure and exploration, while others focus on love and romance. There are also poems that deal with more serious themes, such as war and social injustice.Overall, Sunshine and Shade: Tales from Many Lands, in Verse is a beautifully written and illustrated book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultures and traditions of different parts of the world. It is a must-read for anyone who loves poetry, travel, or cultural exploration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.