I seek and desire by Bliss Carman
"I Seek and Desire" is a collection of poems written by Bliss Carman, first published in 1902. The poems explore themes of love, longing, and the search for meaning and connection in life. Carman's use of imagery and symbolism creates a dreamlike atmosphere, while his exploration of the human condition reveals a deep empathy and understanding of the complexities of human emotions. The poems are written in a lyrical and expressive style, with a focus on the beauty of language and the power of poetry to capture the essence of the human experience.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Literary Fiction · 72 words
First lines
I seek and desire, Even as the wind That travels the plain And stirs in the bloom Of the apple-tree.
I wander through life, With the searching mind That is never at rest, Till I reach the shade Of my lover's door.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Literary Fiction, Canadian Literature
- Length: 72 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman is widely recognized as a Canadian poet and the book 'I Seek and Desire' contains his poetic works.
- Romantic — The themes presented in the book majorly revolve around love, longing and desire, which are key components of Romantic literature.
- Literary Fiction — The book, with its refined and contemplative style, falls under the Literary Fiction genre.
- Canadian Literature — Being written by a Canadian author, Bliss Carman, the book also fits into the genre of Canadian Literature.
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poetry · romance · longing · yearning · desire · passion · love · emotions · inner turmoil · self-discovery · introspection · nature