A Reminiscence
The poem explores the theme of nostalgia and longing for a past love that has been lost. The speaker reminisces about a romantic relationship that has ended, recalling the joy and beauty it brought to their life. They acknowledge the pain and sorrow that followed its demise but affirm that the memories of the beloved will always be cherished.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1887 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Nostalgia · 459 words
First lines
I saw the wild honey-bee kissing a rose A wee one, that grows Down low on the bush, where her sisters above Cannot see all that's done As the moments roll on. Nor hear all the whispers and murmurs of love.
They flaunt out their beautiful leaves in the sun, And they flirt, every one, With the wild bees who pass, and the gay butterflies. And that wee thing in pink- Why, they never once think That she's won a lover right under their eyes.
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A Reminiscence is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Nostalgia, Pastoral
- Length: 459 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and rhyme.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love, courtship, and romantic memories.
- Nostalgia — The narrative reflects on past events with a sense of longing and reminiscence.
- Pastoral — The imagery includes natural elements like bees, roses, and butterflies, evoking a rural setting.
Tags
Nostalgia · Romance · Love · Poetry · Autobiographical · Memoir · Personal · Reflective · Sentimental · Emotional · Introspective · Melancholic