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When Watermelon had Seeds is a metaphor for Edmond Bruneau's observation of the world. A place which rarely exists any longer - and cannot help but to be compared with things as they are now. The book begins with a poem potpourri - an assortment of observations and memories. Thought-provoking and insightful - with a few fun wordplays thrown in here and there. Then a look at the holidays and the four seasons, beginning with the New Year - continuing all the way to the Christmas season and an unusual letter to Santa Claus. Next, a nod to nature - ending appropriately with a sunset. Toward the book end, topics become socially-conscious and political. Last, but not certainly least, is a short story called Why Dogs Hate Cats - the missing Mother Goose tale that plainly explains why these two species have a natural animosity.
When Watermelon had Seeds is a metaphor for Edmond Bruneau's observation of the world. A place which rarely exists any longer - and cannot help but to be compared with things as they are now. The...
When Watermelon had Seeds is a metaphor for Edmond Bruneau's observation of the world. A place which rarely exists any longer - and cannot help but to be compared with things as they are now. The book begins with a poem potpourri - an assortment of observations and memories. Thought-provoking and insightful - with a few fun wordplays thrown in here and there. Then a look at the holidays and the four seasons, beginning with the New Year - continuing all the way to the Christmas season and an unusual letter to Santa Claus. Next, a nod to nature - ending appropriately with a sunset. Toward the book end, topics become socially-conscious and political. Last, but not certainly least, is a short story called Why Dogs Hate Cats - the missing Mother Goose tale that plainly explains why these two species have a natural animosity.
When Watermelon Had Seeds is a nostalgic, insightful poetry collection that moves from playful memories to poignant social commentary and even includes a whimsical fable about cats and dogs. I especially enjoyed how the poems took me from laughter to contemplation within just a few pages—“Angel Food” made me chuckle, while “Forget Me Not” brought genuine emotion. It feels like flipping through a scrapbook of life, with clever wordplay, sharp wit, and heart to spare.
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Whoa baby, Edmond Bruneau took me on a poetry rollercoaster—from spitting watermelon seeds to political sass and one very suspicious parrot tattoo. 😂 This book is like your eccentric uncle’s memory box: full of oddball treasures, hard truths, and unexpected giggles. I couldn’t stop flipping the pages—I mean, there’s even a “missing” Mother Goose story about cats and dogs going to WAR. 📚🐶🐱 If poetry ever felt stuffy to you, this book rips the doily right off it.
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Paige T, Reviewer
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Poetry with Pits, Punchlines & Perfectly Timed Zingers!
When Watermelon Had Seeds is a juicy, witty, and unexpectedly sharp collection of poetry and musings that had me giggling, nodding, and questioning society—all before I got to the part about why dogs hate cats! 🐾📜😂
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Jennifer H, Reviewer
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Thank you for the advanced copy of when watermelon had seeds by Edmond Bruneau pub 1st of August, I throughly enjoyed this beautiful thought provoking poems
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When Watermelon Had Seeds is a nostalgic, insightful poetry collection that moves from playful memories to poignant social commentary and even includes a whimsical fable about cats and dogs. I especially enjoyed how the poems took me from laughter to contemplation within just a few pages—“Angel Food” made me chuckle, while “Forget Me Not” brought genuine emotion. It feels like flipping through a scrapbook of life, with clever wordplay, sharp wit, and heart to spare.
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Whoa baby, Edmond Bruneau took me on a poetry rollercoaster—from spitting watermelon seeds to political sass and one very suspicious parrot tattoo. 😂 This book is like your eccentric uncle’s memory box: full of oddball treasures, hard truths, and unexpected giggles. I couldn’t stop flipping the pages—I mean, there’s even a “missing” Mother Goose story about cats and dogs going to WAR. 📚🐶🐱 If poetry ever felt stuffy to you, this book rips the doily right off it.
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Paige T, Reviewer
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Poetry with Pits, Punchlines & Perfectly Timed Zingers!
When Watermelon Had Seeds is a juicy, witty, and unexpectedly sharp collection of poetry and musings that had me giggling, nodding, and questioning society—all before I got to the part about why dogs hate cats! 🐾📜😂
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Jennifer H, Reviewer
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Thank you for the advanced copy of when watermelon had seeds by Edmond Bruneau pub 1st of August, I throughly enjoyed this beautiful thought provoking poems
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