Armenian Folk-Song -- the Stork by Eugene Field
The poem tells the story of a stork that has built its nest on a farmer's roof. The farmer tries to remove the nest but the stork returns each time, eventually winning the battle. The poem explores themes of perseverance and determination.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Writing, Lyrical · 269 words
First lines
Welcome, O truant stork! / And where have you been so long? / And do you bring that grace of spring / That filleth my heart with song?
Descend upon my roof -- / Bide on this ash content; / I would have you know what cruel woe / Befell me when you went.
All up in the moody sky / (A shifting threat o'er head! ) / They were breaking the snow and bidding it go / Cover the beautiful dead.
Came snow on garden spot, / Came snow on mere and wold, / Came the withering breath of white robed death, / And the once warm earth was cold.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and imagery typical of poetry.
- Nature Writing — The poem reflects themes of nature, seasonal change, and the beauty of spring.
- Lyrical — The emotional expression and personal reflection on the stork and spring align with lyrical poetry.
- Romanticism — The poem's focus on nature, emotion, and beauty is characteristic of Romantic literature.
Tags
Folklore · Armenian Culture · Traditional Music · Poetry · Nature Imagery · Birds · Storks · Migration · Seasonal Change · Rural Life · Village Setting · Simple Language
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Armenian Folk-Song -- the Stork is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature Writing, Lyrical, Romanticism, Folklore
- Length: 269 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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