The Promise of the Morning Star
The Promise of the Morning Star is a poem written by Amy Lowell in 1913. It explores themes of love, beauty, and the passing of time. The poem describes the morning star as a symbol of hope and promise, suggesting that even in the darkest moments, there is always something to look forward to. The speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. Throughout the poem, Lowell uses imagery and metaphor to convey her message, creating a rich and evocative atmosphere.
By Amy Lowell · First published 1913 · Genre: Fiction, Romance, Poetry · 218 words
First lines
Thou father of the children of my brain By thee engendered in my willing heart, How can I thank thee for this gift of art Poured out so lavishly, and not in vain.
What thou created never more can die, Thy fructifying power lives in me And I conceive, knowing it is by thee, Dear other parent of my poetry!
For I was but a shadow with a name, Perhaps by now the very name's forgot; So strange is Fate that it has been my lot To learn through thee the presence of that aim
Which evermore must guide me. All unknown, By me unguessed, by thee not even dreamed, A tree has blossomed in a night that seemed Of stubborn, barren wood. For thou hast sown
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Amy Lowell
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Romance, Poetry, Drama
- Length: 218 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — Based on most of Amy Lowell's works, her books often fall under the fiction genre due to the use of invented events and people.
- Romance — The Promise of the Morning Star often involves themes of love and relationships, typical of the genre Romance.
- Poetry — Amy Lowell is a celebrated poet, and much of her prose has a poetic rhythm and involves artfully written descriptive language.
- Drama — The intense emotional scenes and dialogues found in The Promise of the Morning Star align it with the genre of Drama.
Tags
poetry · nature · love · loss · grief · longing · hope · inspiration · melancholy · wonder · beauty · desire