A Paraphrase, Circa 1715
The poem describes a serene and peaceful scene where wheat fields are swaying gently in the breeze. The speaker reflects on the beauty of nature and the passing of time, noting how the seasons come and go without human intervention. The poem conveys a sense of tranquility and acceptance of the natural world's rhythms.
By Eugene Field · First published 1715 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Lyric · 121 words
First lines
Since Chloe is so monstrous fair, With such an eye and such an air, What wonder that the world complains When she each am'rous suit disdains?
Close to her mother's side she clings And mocks the death her folly brings To gentle swains that feel the smarts Her eyes inflict upon their hearts.
Whilst thus the years of youth go by, Shall Colin languish, Strephon die? Nay, cruel nymph! come, choose a mate, And choose him ere it be too late!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1715 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Lyric, Satire, Narrative
- Length: 121 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs poetic devices, focusing on themes of love and beauty.
- Romanticism — The themes of unrequited love and idealized beauty align with Romantic literary ideals.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Satire — The poem critiques societal norms regarding love and courtship, reflecting satirical elements.
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Poetry · Satire · Humor · Wit · Irony · Social commentary · Religious critique · Philosophical musings · Literary device · Rhetorical flair · Baroque style · Archaisms