A Winter Piece by Bliss Carman
The poem explores the themes of winter, nature, and the passing of time. The speaker reflects on the beauty of the winter landscape, but also notes the sadness and melancholy that can accompany the season. The poem ends with a sense of acceptance and resignation, as the speaker acknowledges the inevitability of change and the fleeting nature of life.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Canadian Literature · 80 words
First lines
Over the rim of a lacquered bowl, Where a cold blue water-color stands, I see the wintry breakers roll And heave their froth up the freezing sands.
Here in immunity safe and dull, Soul treads her circuit of trivial things. There soul's brother, a shining gull, Dares the rough weather on dauntless wings.
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A Winter Piece is listed on Textopian as a poem by Bliss Carman, dated 1912 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Canadian Literature
- Length: 80 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Given that Bliss Carman is a renowned poet and 'A Winter Piece' forms a part of his poetic collection, the primary genre of the book is Poetry.
- Nature — The title and the content of the book suggest a strong emphasis on nature and seasonal changes, which categorizes it under the Nature genre.
- Canadian Literature — As Bliss Carman is a leading figure in Canadian literature, and the text reflects themes and styles significant to this region, it falls into the genre of Canadian Literature.
Tags
Nature · Winter · Poetry · Seasonal · Motifs · Imagery · Symbolism · Emotions · Inspiration · Reflection · Solitude · Isolation