By Still Waters by Bliss Carman
Bliss Carman's "By Still Waters" is a poem that explores the themes of peace, tranquility, and the beauty of nature. The speaker of the poem finds solace in the calmness of a river, which represents a metaphor for the stillness of the soul. Through the use of imagery and symbolism, Carman creates a sense of serenity and inner peace that is both soothing and thought-provoking.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1916 · Genre: Poetry, Nature · 934 words
First lines
"_He leadeth me beside the still waters; He restoreth my soul._"
"My tent stands in a garden Of aster and goldenrod, Tilled by the rain and the sunshine, And sown by the hand of God, -- An old New England pasture Abandoned to peace and time, And by the magic of beauty Reclaimed to the sublime.
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By Still Waters is listed on Textopian as a poem by Bliss Carman, dated 1916 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature
- Length: 934 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — This book is a collection of poems by Bliss Carman
- Nature — Bliss Carman's works often reflect his love for nature, and this book is no exception
Tags
Nature poetry · Mysticism · Spirituality · Romanticism · Water imagery · Mythology · Symbolism · Inward journey · Self-discovery · Esotericism · Philosophy · Existentialism