Armenian Lullaby by Eugene Field
The poem is a lament for the loss of Armenia and its people. It expresses deep sorrow and longing for a homeland that has been destroyed. The speaker describes the beauty of Armenia's landscapes and the richness of its culture, now lost forever. The poem also touches on the theme of exile and the pain of being separated from one's native land.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 267 words
First lines
IF thou wilt close thy drowsy eyes, / My mulberry one, my golden son, / The rose shall sing thee lullabies, / My pretty cosset lambkin! / And thou shalt swing in an almond-tree, / With a flood of moonbeams rocking thee, -- / A silver boat in a golden sea, -- / My velvet love, my nestling dove, / My own pomegranate-blossom!
The stork shall guard thee passing well / All night, my sweet, my dimple-feet, / And bring thee myrrh and asphodel, / My gentle rain-of-springtime; / And for thy slumber-play shall twine / The diamond stars with an emerald vine, / To trail in the waves of ruby wine, / My hyacinth-bloom, my heart's perfume, / My cooing little turtle!
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythmic and lyrical language typical of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The lullaby format and themes of comfort and imagination cater to a young audience.
- Fantasy — The imagery of magical elements like moonbeams, silver boats, and mystical creatures creates a fantastical atmosphere.
- Romanticism — The emotional depth and focus on nature and beauty reflect Romantic literary themes.
Tags
Poetry · Lullaby · Armenian Culture · Folklore · Traditional · Nostalgic · Melancholic · Soothing · Musical Quality · Rhythmic · Imagery · Symbolism
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Romanticism, Folklore
- Length: 267 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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