The Nest by Edith Nesbit (1902)
The story revolves around the theme of nature and its impact on human emotions. The narrative begins with a vivid description of a sunny day where a skylark is singing high up in the sky. Two people, likely children or young adults, are lying in the grass, mesmerized by the bird's song. They ponder the magic that makes the bird sing so beautifully and how it finds its nest again on the ground. The poem-like passage sets the tone for a contemplative and introspective exploration of human connection with nature.
By Edith Nesbit · First published 1902 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 142 words
First lines
THAT was the skylark we heard Singing so high, The little quivering bird We saw, and the sky.
The earth was drenched with sun, The sky was drenched with song; We lay in the grass and listened, Long and long and long.
I said, "What a spell it is Has made her rise To pour out her world of bliss In that world of skies! " You said, "What a spell must pass Between sky and plain, Since she finds in this world of grass Her nest again! "
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The Nest is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edith Nesbit, dated 1902 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edith Nesbit
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure
- Length: 142 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The story is primarily aimed at young readers, featuring child protagonists and themes of adventure and imagination.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements such as magical creatures and otherworldly settings.
- Adventure — The plot involves a series of exciting events and challenges that the characters must overcome.
Tags
Family · Children's Literature · Classic · Fantasy · Adventure · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Coming of Age · Sibling Relationships · Imagination