Child and Mother by Eugene Field
The poem explores the theme of a child's love and admiration for their mother. The speaker describes the mother's beauty, kindness, and selflessness, emphasizing the child's desire to be like her when they grow up. The poem conveys a sense of innocence, purity, and simplicity, highlighting the importance of maternal influence in shaping a child's identity and values.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 288 words
First lines
O mother-my-love, if you'll give me your hand, And go where I ask you to wander, I will lead you away to a beautiful land, -- The Dreamland that's waiting out yonder. We'll walk in a sweet posie-garden out there, Where moonlight and starlight are streaming, And the flowers and the birds are filling the air With the fragrance and music of dreaming.
There'll be no little tired-out boy to undress, No questions or cares to perplex you, There'll be no little bruises or bumps to caress, Nor patching of stockings to vex you; For I'll rock you away on a silver-dew stream And sing you asleep when you're weary, And no one shall know of our beautiful dream But you and your own little dearie.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Romanticism, Lyrical
- Length: 288 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The themes of childhood, dreams, and maternal love are central, appealing to a young audience.
- Fantasy — The imagery of Dreamland and whimsical elements suggest a fantastical setting.
- Romanticism — The emotional depth and focus on nature and dreams reflect Romantic ideals.
Tags
Poetry · Family · Relationships · Motherhood · Childhood · Love · Nostalgia · Sentimental · Emotional · Intimate · Personal · Reflective