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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- 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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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