Nancibel by Bliss Carman (1912)
NANCIBEL is a poem written by Bliss Carman in 1912. The poem tells the story of a woman named Nancibel who lives in a small village nestled in the mountains. She is known for her beauty and grace, but also for her mysterious and elusive nature. The poem explores themes of love, longing, and the fleeting nature of life. It describes how Nancibel's beauty captivates everyone in the village, including a young man named Edgar who becomes obsessed with her. However, Nancibel remains elusive and unattainable, leading Edgar to become increasingly desperate and obsessive in his pursuit of her. Throughout the poem, Carman uses imagery and symbolism to convey the idea that life is fleeting and ephemeral. The poem ends with Nancibel disappearing into the mountains, leaving Edgar alone and heartbroken. Overall, NANCIBEL is a thought-provoking and beautifully written poem that explores themes of love, longing, and the transience of life.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Fantasy · 86 words
First lines
The ghost of a wind came over the hill, / While day for a moment forgot to die, / And stirred the sheaves / Of the millet leaves, / As Nancibel went by.
Out of the lands of Long Ago, / Into the land of By and By, / Faded the gleam / Of a journeying dream, / As Nancibel went by.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Fantasy, Lyrical, Symbolism
- Length: 86 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, utilizing rhythm and imagery characteristic of poetry.
- Romanticism — The themes of nostalgia and nature reflect the ideals of Romanticism, focusing on emotion and the beauty of the natural world.
- Fantasy — The ethereal quality and dreamlike elements suggest a fantasy genre, exploring themes beyond the ordinary.
- Lyrical — The personal and emotional expression in the text aligns with lyrical poetry, emphasizing feelings and experiences.
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poetry · nature · symbolism · romanticism · Canadian literature · 19th century literature · epic poem · mythology · folklore · supernatural · fantasy · magic realism