Song by Edith Nesbit (1877)
The poem describes the arrival of spring, which is personified as shy and busy repairing and creating new life. Winter has ended, and the natural world is rejuvenated, with budding lanes, longer days, and increased bird song. The poem encourages the reader to go out and meet their lover or kiss their lady, emphasizing that spring has returned.
By Edith Nesbit · First published 1877 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 122 words
First lines
NOW the Spring is waking, Very shy as yet, Busy mending, making Grass and violet.
Frowsy Winter's over: See the budding lane! Go and meet your lover: Spring is here again!
Every day is longer Than the day before; Lambs are whiter, stronger, Birds sing more and more; Woods are less than shady, Griefs are more than vain- Go and kiss your lady: Spring is here again!
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Song is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edith Nesbit, dated 1877 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edith Nesbit
- Date: 1877 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Poetry
- Length: 122 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The book is primarily targeted towards young readers with its simple language and imaginative themes.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of magic and supernatural phenomena, typical of the fantasy genre.
- Adventure — The plot involves a series of exciting events and challenges that the characters must overcome.
- Poetry — The book incorporates poetic language and rhythm, contributing to its classification as poetry.
Tags
Fantasy · Children's Literature · Adventure · Magic · Quest · Friendship · Growing Up · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Imagination · Whimsy · Romance