The Day Before Yesterday

"The Day Before Yesterday" by Richard Middleton is a collection that captures the magic and melancholy of childhood through stories and poems from the early 1900s. It's all about imagination, the thrill of new adventures, and the mix of happiness and sadness that comes with growing up. The stories show how kids create amazing worlds of wonder, paying close attention to every detail and dreaming of more as they figure out what it means to get older. Places like a simple cupboard or a backyard become playgrounds for big adventures, where friendships are forged and memories are made. Middleton uses both funny and heartfelt moments to paint a picture of youth, inviting readers to look back on their own make-believe games, exciting journeys on pretend ships, and the special bonds they shared with friends, remembering a time that's gone but not forgotten.