The Ghost-yard of the Goldenrod by Bliss Carman
A poem by Bliss Carman. In twilight's hush, where shadows dance and play, The ghost-yard of the goldenrod holds sway. With leaves of gold, that rustle in the breeze, And petals soft as silk, the flowers please. A place of magic, where dreams come true, The ghost-yard of the goldenrod is waiting for you. So wander through its twilight streets, And let your spirit soar on wings of sweet retreat.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1912 · Genre: Fiction, Ghost Story, Mystery · 91 words
First lines
When the first silent frost has trod / The ghost-yard of the goldenrod,
And laid the blight of his cold hand / Upon the warm autumnal land,
And all things wait the subtle change / That men call death, is it not strange
That I -- without a care or need, / Who only am an idle weed --
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The Ghost-yard of the Goldenrod is listed on Textopian as a poem by Bliss Carman, dated 1912 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Ghost Story, Mystery, Historical Fiction, Supernatural
- Length: 91 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
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Genres
- Fiction — As there is reference to a 'Ghost-yard,' it suggests the book could contain elements that aren't realistic, making it likely to fall under the broad genre of Fiction.
- Ghost Story — The title suggesting a 'Ghost-yard' gives a strong inclination towards the genre of ghost stories.
- Mystery — Mystery elements could be present considering the 'Ghost-yard,' as it inherently implies some unknown or secretive elements.
- Historical Fiction — 'Goldenrod' could suggest a reference to a particular historical period or event, and thus may have elements of Historical Fiction.
Tags
ghost story · supernatural · horror · fantasy · magic · mystery · poetry · symbolism · nature · wildlife · death · grief