Holiday Songs by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The collection of poems explores the theme of Christmas and the holiday season, conveying a sense of nostalgia, joy, and spirituality. The poet's use of lyrical language and vivid imagery evokes a festive atmosphere, while also touching on deeper emotions and reflections.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1889 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Travel · 434 words
First lines
I. Sailing away on a summer sea, / Out of the bleak March weather; / Drifting away for a loaf and play, / Just you and I together; / And it's good-bye worry and good-bye hurry / And never a care have we; / With the sea below and the sun above / And nothing to do but dream and love, / Sailing away together.
Sailing away from the grim old town / And tasks the town calls duty; / Sailing away from walls of grey / To a land of bloom and beauty, / And it's good-bye to letters from our lessers and our betters, / To the cold world's smile or its frown. / We sail away on a sunny track / To find the summer and bring it back / And love is our only duty.
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Genres
- Romance — The text focuses on themes of love, passion, and romantic escapism.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and lyrical language.
- Travel — The narrative involves a journey and exploration of new, idyllic places.
- Fantasy — The depiction of an idealized, carefree world suggests elements of fantasy.
Tags
Poetry · Holiday · Christmas · Seasonal · Winter · American Literature · Early 20th Century · Romanticism · Nature · Imagery · Symbolism · Religious
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Travel, Fantasy, Adventure
- Length: 434 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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