Horace IV, 1 by Eugene Field (1892)
The poem explores the theme of mortality and the passing of time. It describes a person's life from birth to death, using the metaphor of a horse's journey from its first spring to its final winter. The poem conveys a sense of melancholy and nostalgia, highlighting the fleeting nature of human existence.
By Eugene Field · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Satire · 342 words
First lines
O Mother Venus, quit, I pray, Your violent assailing; The arts, forsooth, that fired my youth At last are unavailing -- My blood runs cold -- I'm getting old And all my powers are failing!
Speed thou upon thy white swan's wings And elsewhere deign to mellow With my soft arts the anguished hearts Of swain that writhe and bellow; And right away, seek out, I pray, Young Paullus -- he's your fellow.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Satire, Classical Literature, Romanticism
- Length: 342 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetic forms.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections, typical of lyric poetry.
- Satire — The poem critiques themes of aging and romantic pursuits with a humorous tone.
- Classical Literature — The references to mythological figures and themes align with classical literary traditions.
Tags
Poetry · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Wit · Irony · Playful · Lighthearted · Whimsical · Nostalgic · Rural Life · American Literature