A dark blue ravine runs through the landscape, a symbol of the unknown and the mysterious. The poem explores the idea that life is full of hidden dangers and unseen forces, and that we must be brave and curious to navigate its twists and turns. The speaker urges the reader to embrace the darkness and uncertainty of life, and to trust in their own inner wisdom and resilience.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1898 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Nature Poetry, Romanticism