Premonition by Bliss Carman (1912)
A poem exploring the idea of foreboding and intuition. The speaker describes a feeling of impending doom, as if something terrible is about to happen. The use of imagery and symbolism adds to the sense of unease and uncertainty.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Philosophical · 146 words
First lines
He said, "Good-night, my heart is light, / To-morrow morn at day / We two together in the dew / Shall forth and fare away.
"We shall go down, the halls of dawn / To find the doors of joy; / We shall not part again, dear heart. " / And he laughed out like a boy.
He turned and strode down the blue road / Against the western sky / Where the last line of sunset glowed / As sullen embers die.
The night reached out her kraken arms / To clutch him as he passed, / And for one sudden moment / My soul shrank back aghast.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Philosophical, Nature
- Length: 146 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman is well-known for his poetic work and 'Premonition' is again a collection of his poems that dive into the natural world, human emotions and existential questions
- Romantic — Many of the poems in 'Premonition' explore romantic themes and emotional depth, showcasing the romantic grace present in Carman's writing style.
- Philosophical — Much of Carmans work, including 'Premonition', deals with deep philosophical questions and musings about life, making this genre a key element of the book.
- Nature — Carman often utilizes vivid nature imagery and themes throughout 'Premonition', aligning his work with the genre of nature-centric literature.
Tags
mystery · thriller · supernatural · horror · psychological · suspense · paranormal · fantasy · magic · spiritual · metaphysical · surreal