ED by Eugene Field (1892)
The poem is a nostalgic and melancholic reflection on childhood. It describes a child's wonder at the beauty of nature and their gradual loss of innocence as they grow older. The speaker remembers a specific incident from their childhood where they saw a group of children playing together, which serves as a symbol of the joy and freedom of youth.
By Eugene Field · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Satire · 313 words
First lines
Ed was a man that played for keeps, 'nd when he tuk the notion, / You cudn't stop him any more'n a dam 'ud stop the ocean; / For when he tackled to a thing 'nd sot his mind plum to it, / You bet yer boots he done that thing though it broke the bank to do it! / So all us boys uz knowed him best allowed he wuzn't jokin' / When on a Sunday he remarked uz how he'd gin up smokin'.
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ED is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Satire, Narrative, Character Study
- Length: 313 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.
- Humor — The narrative contains humorous elements and a light-hearted tone, particularly in the portrayal of Ed's character and his smoking habits.
- Satire — The poem critiques social norms and behaviors, particularly regarding smoking and personal sacrifice.
- Narrative — The work tells a story about Ed's character and his decisions, fitting the narrative genre.
Tags
Humor · Satire · Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Whimsical · Fantastical · Nonsensical · Absurdity · Wordplay · Linguistic Tricks · Playful Language