Books
By Eleanor Farjeon
What worlds of wonder are our books!
As one opens them and looks,
New ideas and people rise
In our fancies and our eyes.
The room we sit in melts away,
And we find ourselves at play
With some one who, before the end,
May become our chosen friend.
Or we sail along the page
To some other land or age.
Here’s our body in the chair,
But our mind is over there.
Each book is a magic box
Which with a touch a child unlocks.
In between their outside covers
Books hold all things for their lovers.
Paraphrase of each line of Books by Eleanor Farjeon:
“What worlds of wonder are our books!”
Books are like doors to amazing and magical places. They are full of surprises and fun things.
Bangla: বই হলো আশ্চর্য ও জাদুময় জগতে যাওয়ার দরজা। এর ভিতরে অনেক চমক ও আনন্দের জিনিস থাকে।
“As one opens them and looks,”
When we open a book and start reading, we find new ideas, stories, and adventures.
Bangla: যখন আমরা একটি বই খুলে পড়া শুরু করি, আমরা নতুন নতুন ভাবনা, গল্প ও অভিযান খুঁজে পাই।
“New ideas and people rise”
As we read, we meet new thoughts and people in the story that feel real in our mind.
Bangla: পড়ার সময় আমরা নতুন চিন্তা ও গল্পের চরিত্রদের পাই, যারা মনে হয় আমাদের চোখের সামনে জীবন্ত।
“In our fancies and our eyes.”
These people and ideas don’t just stay in our mind, we can also see them clearly in our thoughts.
Bangla: এই চরিত্র ও ভাবনাগুলো শুধু কল্পনায় নয়, আমাদের মনে পরিষ্কারভাবে ভেসে ওঠে।
“The room we sit in melts away,”
When we are deep into a book, we forget about the room we are in. It feels like the room disappears.
Bangla: যখন আমরা গল্পে ডুবে যাই, তখন আমরা যে ঘরে আছি সেটা ভুলে যাই। মনে হয় ঘরটাই হারিয়ে গেছে।
“And we find ourselves at play”
We feel like we are part of the story, as if we are inside the book, playing with the characters.
Bangla: আমরা মনে করি আমরা গল্পের ভেতরেই আছি, যেন বইয়ের চরিত্রদের সঙ্গে খেলছি।
“With someone who, before the end,”
Sometimes, we like a character so much that they feel like a close friend.
Bangla: কখনো কখনো আমরা কোনো চরিত্রকে এত পছন্দ করি যে সে আমাদের প্রিয় বন্ধুর মতো মনে হয়।
“May become our chosen friend.”
By the end of the story, we feel like that character is someone we know and care about.
Bangla: গল্পের শেষে মনে হয় সেই চরিত্র যেন আমাদের একজন আপনজন, যার প্রতি আমাদের মায়া জন্মেছে।
“Or we sail along the page”
While reading, we feel like we are going on a journey to a new place.
Bangla: পড়তে পড়তে মনে হয় আমরা নতুন কোথাও ভ্রমণ করছি।
Books take us to faraway places or to times long ago, and we get to enjoy new adventures.
Bangla: বই আমাদের নিয়ে যায় দূর দেশে বা পুরনো যুগে, আর আমরা নতুন নতুন অভিযান উপভোগ করি।
Here’s our body in the chair,”
Even though we are sitting in a chair, our mind is traveling inside the story.
Bangla: যদিও আমরা চেয়ারে বসে থাকি, আমাদের মন গল্পের ভেতর দিয়ে ভ্রমণ করে।
“But our mind is over there.”
Our body stays in one place, but our thoughts go to many exciting places in the book.
Bangla: আমাদের শরীর এক জায়গায় থাকে, কিন্তু চিন্তা চলে যায় বইয়ের নানা রোমাঞ্চকর জায়গায়।
“Each book is a magic box”
Every book is like a treasure box full of wonderful surprises.
Bangla: প্রতিটি বই এক একটি খাজানা বাক্সের মতো, যেটা ভরা থাকে দারুণ চমকে।
“Which with a touch a child unlocks.”
. A curious child can open a book and find magic and fun inside.
Bangla: একজন কৌতূহলী শিশু বই খুললেই ভেতরে জাদু আর মজা পাবে।
“In between their outside covers”
Inside the covers of a book, all the amazing stories and ideas are hidden until we read them.
Bangla: বইয়ের মলাটের ভেতরে সব অসাধারণ গল্প ও ভাবনা লুকিয়ে থাকে যতক্ষণ না আমরা তা পড়ি।
“Books hold all things for their lovers.”
For people who love reading, books give everything—fun, knowledge, adventure, and new experiences.
Bangla: যারা পড়তে ভালোবাসে, তাদের জন্য বই সব কিছুই দেয়—মজা, জ্ঞান, অভিযান আর নতুন অভিজ্ঞতা।
Some Important Questions
1. What does the poem “Books” describe books as?
The poem says that books are very special and full of magic. Books are more than just paper and words. They can take us to new places and show us new ideas. They help us imagine more. When we open a book, it feels like we enter a new world with fun, learning, and adventure.
2. What happens when one opens a book according to the poem “Books”?
According to the poem, many amazing things happen when we open a book. We meet new characters, imagine different places, and feel many emotions. A book can take us to the past or even to the future. It also helps us learn new things and understand different people. Even though we sit in the same room, our mind goes on a long journey.
3. How do books affect the room we sit in, according to the poem “Books”?
The poem says that when we read a book, it feels like the room around us disappears. We don’t notice the walls, chairs, or anything else nearby. Instead, we see the world inside the book. If the story is about a jungle, we feel like we are in the jungle. If it is about a castle, we imagine being inside the castle. Books take us away from where we are and show us new places.
4. What activity does the poet say we might engage in through books in “Books”?
The poet tells us that books let us do fun and exciting things in our minds. We can make new friends, go on adventures, sail on the sea, or visit new countries. Books help us imagine things we may not do in real life. For example, we can fly with birds, talk to animals, or travel to space—just by reading a book.
5. What does the poem “Books” suggest about traveling through books?
The poem says that books help us go on journeys without leaving our seat. When we read, our mind travels to faraway places. We can visit other countries, go back in time, or even see magical lands. We might read about ancient Egypt, the future, or made-up places. Books are like magic doors that take us anywhere we want to go.
6. What does the poet mean by “Here’s our body in the chair” in “Books”?
The poet says that when we read, our body stays in one place, but our mind goes far. We may be sitting on a chair, but in our thoughts, we are in another world. We might climb a mountain, swim in the sea, or walk in a forest. Books help our minds travel, even when we don’t move.
7. How does the poem “Books” describe books as magical?
Books are like magic. They can change our world quickly. When we open a book, we enter a new world full of fun and learning. We don’t need magic powers—just turn the pages. Books show us things we’ve never seen and help us imagine things that don’t exist. They are like magic doors to new places.
8. What do books hold between their covers, according to “Books”?
Books have many amazing things inside. They have stories, adventures, facts, and dreams. A book can take us to a new place, let us meet new friends, and teach us something important. A book may look small, but it is full of endless surprises. Each time we read, we find something new.
9. What are books compared to in the poem “Books”?
The poet says books are like a “magic box.” Just like a box full of surprises, books also have wonderful things inside. When we open a book, we find adventures, fun characters, and new knowledge. Books are full of hidden treasures for the reader to enjoy.
10. What does the poet say about new ideas in the poem “Books”?
Books are full of new ideas. When we read, we learn things we didn’t know before. Books help us think in new ways and understand different people. Every book gives us something new to think about. It helps our mind grow and become smarter.
11. What happens to our minds while reading books, as per “Books”?
The poet says that when we read, our mind goes to new places. We may sit still, but our imagination takes us far away. We feel like we are inside the story. We see pictures, hear sounds, and feel emotions from the book. We forget where we are in real life.
12. What kind of journey does the poet describe in the poem “Books”?
The poem talks about a journey in our mind. This journey needs no ticket or bag. When we open a book, the journey begins. We can go under the sea, fly in the sky, visit a new country, or go back in time.
13. Who can we meet in books, according to “Books”?
Books let us meet many people. Some are real, like kings, explorers, or scientists. Others are made-up, like wizards, talking animals, or heroes. We also meet people from other places and times. Books help us make new friends and learn from their stories.
14. What kind of impact do books have on children, as per “Books”?
Books are very helpful for children. They help kids think in new ways and imagine more. Books teach about other cultures, smart ideas, and life lessons. Reading makes children clever, creative, and curious. It also helps them understand feelings and be kind.
15. How does the poet describe the interaction with books in “Books”?
Reading is a fun and exciting experience. When we read, we don’t just see words—we feel like we are inside the story. We imagine places, hear sounds, and feel what the characters feel. Reading is like going into a new world where everything feels real.
16. What does the poem “Books” say about time and place in books?
The poem says that books can take us to any time or place. We can visit old places like ancient Egypt, the future, or places that are not real. When we read, we don’t need to think about distance or time. A book can take us to a faraway land, another planet, or back in time.
17. How does the poem “Books” portray the power of imagination?
The poem shows that books make our imagination strong. When we read, we see pictures in our minds. We imagine beautiful places, fun adventures, and interesting people. Books help us dream and think in new ways. Even though someone else wrote the story, we bring it to life in our imagination.
18. Why does the poet call books “magic boxes” in “Books”?
The poet calls books “magic boxes” because they are full of surprises. Like a box that has special things inside, books have wonderful things too. When we open a book, we don’t know what fun or adventure we will find. Books show us new places, people, and lessons—like magic.
19. What relationship does the poet highlight in “Books“?
The poet talks about the special bond between books and readers. Books give us fun, learning, and adventure. In return, readers love books and enjoy their stories. Books become like our friends. They guide us and help us grow.
20. How do books affect the poet’s perception of reality in “Books”?
Books make the poet feel like real life has changed. While reading, the poet forgets the real world and enters the world of the story. Everything around disappears, and the book feels real. Books take us away from normal life and into exciting new places.
21. What does the poet suggest about the joy of reading in “Books”?
The poet says that reading is fun and exciting. It brings joy, new ideas, and adventures. Reading makes life more interesting. The more we read, the more we learn. Books give us happiness and always offer something new. [M.S. Shaown Sir, 01761751974]
22. How does the poem “Books” depict the accessibility of books?
The poem shows that anyone can enjoy books. We don’t need money, travel, or anything special. We just need to open a book and start reading. Books are always ready to take us on a new journey, and we can read them anytime, anywhere.
23. What does the poet mean by “books hold all things” in “Books”?
The poet means that books have everything we can imagine. They have knowledge, adventure, feelings, and dreams. We can read about love, war, friendship, and magic. If we want fun, learning, or stories, we can find it all in books.
24. What kind of transformation does the poem “Books” describe?
The poem says that books help us change. They make us smarter, more creative, and more open to new ideas. Books help us understand other people and the world. Reading helps us grow and fills our minds with beautiful thoughts.
25. What is the central message of the poem “Books”?
The main message of the poem is that books are powerful and full of magic. They take us on adventures, teach us new things, and help our imagination grow. Reading makes life more fun and meaningful. Books are not just words on pages—they are doors to new worlds.
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