WOOD-FOLK LORE. To T. B. M
Wood-Folk Lore is a collection of poems and stories written by Bliss Carman, first published in 1894. The book explores the themes of nature, folklore, and mythology, drawing inspiration from the author's surroundings in the Canadian wilderness. Carman's writing is characterized by its simplicity and directness, which creates a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader. What is your favorite poem or story in the collection?
By Bliss Carman · First published 1910 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Literature, Folklore · 400 words
First lines
For every one Beneath the sun, Where Autumn walks with quiet eyes, There is a word, Just overheard When hill to purple hill replies.
This afternoon, As warm as June, With the red apples on the bough, I set my ear To hark and hear The wood-folk talking, you know how.
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WOOD-FOLK LORE. To T. B. M is listed on Textopian as a poem by Bliss Carman, dated 1910 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature Literature, Folklore, Romanticism
- Length: 400 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Similar titles
- Songs Of The Grass by Bliss Carman
- The God Of The Wood by Bliss Carman
- The Flute Of Spring by Bliss Carman
- Trees by Bliss Carman
- Now The Lengthening Twilights Hold by Bliss Carman
- The Cry Of The Hillborn by Bliss Carman
Genres
- Poetry — Bliss Carman is a renowned poet. His writing in those collections is highly poetic.
- Nature Literature — The title suggests themes related to the natural world, in line with much of Carman's other work.
- Folklore — The title 'WOOD-FOLK LORE' suggests that the book might contain stories or principles from traditional folklore.
- Romanticism — Carman's work often reflects the ideals of the Romantic era, including a strong emphasis on emotion, individualism, and the beauty of the natural world.
Tags
Nature poetry · Folklore · Mythology · Woodland imagery · Symbolism · Romanticism · Canadian literature · Poetic form · Metaphor · Imagery · Symbolic language · Ecopoetry