Dance of the Sunbeams
A collection of poems that explore the beauty and wonder of nature, particularly the sun and its rays. The poems are written in a lyrical and imaginative style, with vivid descriptions of the natural world and the emotions it evokes.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1906 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Canadian Literature · 207 words
First lines
When morning is high o'er the hilltops, On river and stream and lake, Wherever a young breeze whispers, The sun-clad dancers wake.
One after one up-springing, They flash from their dim retreat. Merry as running laughter Is the news of their twinkling feet.
Over the floors of azure Wherever the wind-flaws run, Sparkling, leaping, and racing, Their antics scatter the sun.
As long as water ripples And weather is clear and glad, Day after day they are dancing, Never a moment sad.
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Dance of the Sunbeams is listed on Textopian as a poem by Bliss Carman, dated 1906 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Canadian Literature
- Length: 207 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — As 'Dance of the Sunbeams' is a poem collection written by Bliss Carman, a preeminent poet, thus Poetry stands as the most relevant genre.
- Nature — Nature is a recurring theme in many of Bliss Carman's works. Many of his poems, including those in this collection, deals with natural elements such as sunbeams.
- Canadian Literature — Bliss Carman was a Canadian poet hence his works contribute to the body of Canadian literature.
Tags
poetry · nature · imagery · symbolism · romanticism · inspiration · optimism · hope · joy · beauty · wonder · awe