Hark, Where Poseidon's
A poem that explores the power and majesty of the sea god Poseidon, with imagery and language that evokes a sense of awe and reverence.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1904 · Genre: Poetry, Mythology, Classic Literature · 197 words
First lines
Hark, where Poseidon's White racing horses Trample with tumult The shelving seaboard!
Older than Saturn, Older than Rhea, That mournful music, Falling and surging
With the vast rhythm Ceaseless, eternal, Keeps the long tally Of all things mortal.
How many lovers Hath not its lulling Cradled to slumber With the ripe flowers,
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Mythology, Classic Literature
- Length: 197 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman is a renowned poet, and 'Hark, where Poseidon's' is a collection of his poetic works.
- Mythology — The reference to 'Poseidon' in the title suggests a central theme pertaining to Greek mythology.
- Classic Literature — Bliss Carman is a well-known figure in classic literature, and his works, including 'Hark, where Poseidon's', fall under this category.
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poetry · sea · gods · mythology · nature · beach · ocean · waves · tides · seafood · boats · sailing