Flowers of France
The poem explores the theme of patriotism and the struggle for freedom, specifically referencing the French Revolution. It describes the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for liberty, comparing them to flowers that bloom in the midst of turmoil. The speaker expresses admiration for these heroes, suggesting that their legacy will endure even in the face of oppression.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, War Literature, Historical · 934 words
First lines
DECORATION POEM FOR SOLDIERS' GRAVES, TOURS, FRANCE, MAY 30, 1918
_Flowers of France in the Spring_, _Your growth is a beautiful thing_; _But give us your fragrance and bloom_- _Yea_, _give us your lives in truth_, _Give us your sweetness and grace_ _To brighten the resting-place_ _Of the flower of manhood and youth_, _Gone into the dust of the tomb_.
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Flowers of France is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, War Literature, Historical, Inspirational, Religious
- Length: 934 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- War Literature — The themes revolve around war, sacrifice, and the impact of conflict on humanity.
- Historical — The poem references specific historical events and figures, such as World War I and Jeanne d'Arc.
- Inspirational — The text aims to inspire and uplift, focusing on themes of faith, duty, and higher purpose.
Tags
Poetry · Romance · Love · Nature · Flowers · French Inspiration · Imagery · Symbolism · Beauty · Passion · Emotion · Sensuality