Lady Button-Eyes by Eugene Field
The poem explores the theme of love and beauty through the description of a woman's eyes. The speaker describes the woman's eyes as being like the morning dew, shining bright and full of light. The poem also touches on the idea that true beauty lies within, and that external appearances are fleeting.
By Eugene Field · First published 1899 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 426 words
First lines
When the busy day is done, And my weary little one Rocketh gently to and fro; When the night winds softly blow, And the crickets in the glen Chirp and chirp and chirp again; When upon the haunted green Fairies dance around their queen -- Then from yonder misty skies Cometh Lady Button-Eyes.
Through the murk and mist and gloam To our quiet, cozy home, Where to singing, sweet and low, Rocks a cradle to and fro; Where the clock's dull monotone Telleth of the day that's done; Where the moonbeams hover o'er Playthings sleeping on the floor -- Where my weary wee one lies Cometh Lady Button-Eyes.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Lullaby, Romanticism
- Length: 426 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythmic and lyrical language typical of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The themes of comfort, fantasy, and the presence of a nurturing figure appeal to a young audience.
- Fantasy — The presence of fairies and a mystical character, Lady Button-Eyes, indicates elements of fantasy.
- Lullaby — The soothing tone and content suggest it serves as a lullaby for children.
Tags
Fantasy · Children's Literature · Poetry · Imagination · Whimsy · Nostalgia · Victorian Era · American Literature · 19th Century · Fable · Allegory · Symbolism