Horace I, 27 by Eugene Field (1897)
The poem explores the theme of childhood innocence and its loss. It describes a child's fascination with a toy horse and his imagination running wild with fantasies of adventure and bravery. The poem also touches on the idea that children often have a deeper understanding of the world than adults do, but this is lost as they grow older.
By Eugene Field · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Satire · 199 words
First lines
In maudlin spite let Thracians fight / Above their bowls of liquor, / But such as we, when on a spree, / Should never bawl and bicker!
These angry words and clashing swords / Are quite de trop, I'm thinking; / Brace up, my boys, and hush your noise, / And drown your wrath in drinking.
Aha, 'tis fine -- this mellow wine / With which our host would dope us! / Now let us hear what pretty dear / Entangles him of Opus.
I see you blush -- nay, comrades, hush! / Come, friend, though they despise you, / Tell me the name of that fair dame -- / Perchance I may advise you.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs poetic devices, making it primarily a poem.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Satire — The poem critiques social behaviors and attitudes, particularly regarding drinking and romantic pursuits.
- Humor — The light-hearted tone and playful language contribute to a humorous interpretation of the themes.
Tags
Humor · Satire · Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Whimsical · Fantasy · Imagery · Wordplay · Absurdity · Nonsense Verse · Children's Literature
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Satire, Humor, Classical Literature
- Length: 199 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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