Peace by Bliss Carman (1911)
"Peace" is a poem written by Bliss Carman in 1916. The poem speaks of the longing for peace and tranquility in a world torn apart by war. It describes the beauty of nature and the desire to escape the chaos of human conflict. The poem ends with the lines "Peace, peace, / The wind whispers it, / The trees nod their heads."
By Bliss Carman · First published 1911 · Genre: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical · 162 words
First lines
The sleeping tarn is dark Below the wooded hill. Save for its homing sounds, The twilit world grows still.
And I am left to muse In grave-eyed mystery, And watch the stars come out As sandalled dusk goes by.
And now the light is gone, The drowsy murmurs cease, And through the still unknown I wonder whence comes peace.
Then softly falls the word Of one beyond a name, "Peace only comes to him Who guards his life from shame, --
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1911 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical
- Length: 162 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman is renowned for his contributions to Canadian poetry, and 'Peace' is no exception. The book is written in verse form, often using stylistic devices common to poetry.
- Inspirational — The title and theme of the book, 'Peace', indicates a focus on inspirational and uplifting content, providing solace and tranquility to the readers.
- Philosophical — Carman's poetry often explores deep, philosophical questions about life, nature, and introspection. His work in 'Peace' continues this theme.
Tags
Poetry · Nature · Spirituality · Meditation · Inner Peace · Serenity · Tranquility · Calmness · Relaxation · Harmony · Balance · Equilibrium