Little All-Aloney by Eugene Field
The poem tells the story of a little boy who dies after being sent to buy medicine for his sick mother. The narrative explores themes of poverty, sacrifice, and the struggles of working-class life.
By Eugene Field · First published 1883 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Family · 343 words
First lines
Little All-Aloney's feet / Pitter-patter in the hall, / And his mother runs to meet / And to kiss her toddling sweet, / Ere perchance he fall. / He is, oh, so weak and small! / Yet what danger shall he fear / When his mother hovereth near, / And he hears her cheering call: / "All-Aloney"?
Little All-Aloney's face / It is all aglow with glee, / As around that romping-place / At a terrifying pace / Lungeth, plungeth he! / And that hero seems to be / All unconscious of our cheers -- / Only one dear voice he hears / Calling reassuringly: / "All-Aloney!"
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Little All-Aloney is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1883 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Family, Coming-of-Age, Sentimental
- Length: 343 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The poem is centered around a child's experiences and emotions, making it suitable for a young audience.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and rhyme typical of poetry.
- Family — Themes of maternal love and familial bonds are prominent throughout the poem.
- Coming-of-Age — The poem reflects on childhood innocence and the transition to facing life's challenges.
Tags
Children's literature · Poetry · Nostalgic · Whimsical · Imagination · Fantasy · Youthful innocence · Playfulness · Humor · Lighthearted · Optimistic · Innocence