A Proper Trewe Idyll of Camelot by Eugene Field
The poem describes a serene and idyllic scene of Camelot, emphasizing the beauty and tranquility of King Arthur's kingdom. It portrays a sense of peace and happiness, with the king and his knights enjoying a festive atmosphere. The tone is one of nostalgia and longing for a lost golden age.
By Eugene Field · First published 1892 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Satire · 2,652 words
First lines
Whenas ye plaisaunt Aperille shoures have washed and purged awaye / Ye poysons and ye rheums of earth to make a merrie May, / Ye shraddy boscage of ye woods ben full of birds that syng / Right merrilie a madrigal unto ye waking spring, / Ye whiles that when ye face of earth ben washed and wiped ycleane / Her peeping posies blink and stare like they had ben her een;
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A Proper Trewe Idyll of Camelot is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Satire, Adventure, Romance
- Length: 2,652 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The book is set in the mythical realm of Camelot, featuring knights, tournaments, and magical elements.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing a lyrical style characteristic of poetry.
- Satire — The text humorously critiques social norms and behaviors of the time, particularly through the character interactions.
- Adventure — The narrative includes quests and challenges faced by knights, typical of adventure stories.
Tags
Arthurian legend · Camelot · King Arthur · Knights · Chivalry · Medieval · Romance · Fantasy · Poetry · Idyll · Twee · Whimsical