Art thou the topmost apple by Bliss Carman
A poem that explores the idea of reaching one's full potential and achieving greatness. The speaker of the poem reflects on their own journey towards self-discovery and growth, and encourages the reader to strive for excellence in their own lives.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 123 words
First lines
Art thou the top-most apple / The gatherers could not reach, / Reddening on the bough? / Shall not I take thee?
Art thou a hyacinth blossom / The shepherds upon the hills / Have trodden into the ground? / Shall not I lift thee?
Free is the young god Eros, / Paying no tribute to power, / Seeing no evil in beauty, / Full of compassion.
Once having found the beloved, / However sorry or woeful, / However scornful of loving, / Little it matters.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Nature
- Length: 123 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman was renowned as a poet, and 'Art thou the topmost apple' demonstrates his typical use of metaphor and symbolic imagery.
- Romance — The title suggests a romantic theme, with the apple possibly symbolising a loved one or an object of affection.
- Drama — Carman's work often borrows from theatrical elements to create tension and emotion.
- Nature — 'Art thou the topmost apple' suggests a strong nature motif, a common feature in Carman's work.
Tags
poetry · nature · metaphor · imagery · symbolism · figurative language · speculation · philosophy · existence · identity · self-discovery · inner life