Christmas Treasures by Eugene Field
The poem is a nostalgic and sentimental portrayal of Christmas, focusing on the joy and magic of the season through the eyes of a child. It describes the festive atmosphere, decorations, and traditions associated with Christmas, evoking a sense of wonder and enchantment. The speaker's tone is one of innocence and simplicity, conveying the idea that childhood is a time of pure happiness and freedom from care.
By Eugene Field · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Holiday Literature, Children's Literature · 391 words
First lines
I count my treasures o'er with care. -- / The little toy my darling knew, / A little sock of faded hue, / A little lock of golden hair.
Long years ago this holy time, / My little one -- my all to me -- / Sat robed in white upon my knee / And heard the merry Christmas chime.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Holiday Literature — The themes revolve around Christmas, making it a significant piece of holiday literature.
- Children's Literature — The content is centered on a child's perspective and experiences, appealing to a younger audience.
- Sentimental Literature — The emotional tone and themes of nostalgia and love reflect characteristics of sentimental literature.
Tags
Christmas · Poetry · Holiday · Tradition · Family · Children · Nostalgia · Winter · Seasonal · Festive · Joyful · Heartwarming
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Holiday Literature, Children's Literature, Sentimental Literature, Religious Literature
- Length: 391 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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