People with Proud Chins
People with Proud Chins - meaning Summary
Truth Told to Children
The speaker addresses children directly, describing their confident, innocent bearing with images of moonlight and stars. He presents himself as a truthful figure who tells them about simple mysteries—where wind and music come from—and insists that children are the only people he never lies to. The poem emphasizes candor, protection, and respect for childhood, offering plain, shrewd answers grounded in affection and moral honesty.
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