Cornish Lullaby by Eugene Field
The poem is a lament for the loss of a child. The speaker describes the child's death and burial, and expresses grief and longing for the child's return. The poem explores themes of mourning, loss, and the fleeting nature of life.
By Eugene Field · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 303 words
First lines
Out on the mountain over the town, All night long, all night long, The trolls go up and the trolls go down, Bearing their packs and crooning a song; And this is the song the hill-folk croon, As they trudge in the light of the misty moon, -- This is ever their dolorous tune: "Gold, gold! ever more gold, -- Bright red gold for dearie!"
Deep in the hill the yeoman delves All night long, all night long; None but the peering, furtive elves See his toil and hear his song; Merrily ever the cavern rings As merrily ever his pick he swings, And merrily ever this song he sings: "Gold, gold! ever more gold, -- Bright red gold for dearie!"
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Folklore, Romanticism
- Length: 303 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs rhythmic and lyrical qualities typical of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The themes of love and comfort, along with the lullaby format, make it suitable for a children's audience.
- Fantasy — The presence of trolls, elves, and magical elements indicates a fantasy genre.
- Folklore — The narrative draws on traditional themes and characters found in folklore.
Tags
Poetry · Nostalgia · Childhood · Rural Life · Simple Language · Imagery · Nature · Peaceful · Serenity · Lullaby · Musical Quality · Rhyme