Beranger's "Ma Vocation"
The poem explores the theme of a child's perception of their mother's death. The speaker describes the mother's passing as a gentle and peaceful event, using imagery and metaphor to convey a sense of serenity and acceptance. The poem also touches on the idea that children often have a unique and innocent perspective on death, which can be both poignant and profound.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Romanticism · 327 words
First lines
Misery is my lot, Poverty and pain; Ill was I begot, Ill must I remain; Yet the wretched days One sweet comfort bring, When God whispering says, "Sing, O singer, sing!"
Chariots rumble by, Splashing me with mud; Insolence see I Fawn to royal blood; Solace have I then From each galling sting In that voice again, -- "Sing, O singer, sing!"
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Beranger's "Ma Vocation" 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, Lyric, Romanticism, Existentialism, Narrative Poetry
- Length: 327 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices, focusing on themes of suffering and the solace found in song.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections, characteristic of lyric poetry, emphasizing the inner voice of the speaker.
- Romanticism — The themes of individual struggle, emotional depth, and the celebration of personal expression align with Romantic ideals.
- Existentialism — The exploration of despair, identity, and the search for meaning in suffering reflects existential themes.
Tags
Humor · Satire · Poetry · Autobiographical · Whimsical · Nostalgic · Childhood · Memories · Rural Life · Farm Life · American Literature · 19th Century