From "The May Queen"

Name: From "The May Queen"
Author: Alfred Tennyson

The May Queen is a poem written by Alfred Tennyson in 1850. It tells the story of a young woman who is chosen to be the May Queen, a symbol of spring and new beginnings. However, she is also a symbol of the fleeting nature of life and beauty, as she is destined to fade away with the passing of the season. The poem explores themes of mortality, beauty, and the cyclical nature of life.

By Alfred Tennyson · First published 1850 · Genre: Poetry, Victorian Literature, Romanticism · 130 words

First lines

You must wake and call me early, call me early, mother dear;

To-morrow 'ill be the happiest time of all the glad New-year;

Of all the glad New-year, mother, the maddest merriest day;

For I'm to be Queen o' the May, mother, I'm to be Queen o' the May.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alfred Tennyson
Date: 1850 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Victorian Literature, Romanticism
Length: 130 words
Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Poetry — Alfred Tennyson is a renowned poet and "From "The May Queen"" is a clear example of his work in this field, presenting structured verse and rhythmic patterns.
Victorian Literature — The author, Alfred Tennyson, was one of the most popular poets of the Victorian era and his work, including "From "The May Queen"", has strong themes of Victorian society, values, and culture.
Romanticism — While a product of the Victorian era, Tennyson's work also aligns with the Romantic tradition, featuring imaginative themes and a focus on individual emotion, as seen in "From "The May Queen"".