Little Mack by Eugene Field (1890)
The poem tells the story of a young boy who dies after being thrown from a horse. The narrative explores themes of mortality, loss, and the fleeting nature of life.
By Eugene Field · First published 1890 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Literary Fiction · 721 words
First lines
This talk about the journalists that run the East is bosh, We've got a Western editor that's little, but, O gosh! He lives here in Mizzoora where the people are so set In ante-bellum notions that they vote for Jackson yet; But the paper he is running makes the rusty fossils swear, -- The smartest, likeliest paper that is printed anywhere! And, best of all, the paragraphs are pointed as a tack, And that's because they emanate From little Mack.
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Little Mack is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1890 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1890 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Literary Fiction, Satire, Character Study
- Length: 721 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter characteristic of poetry.
- Humor — The poem uses wit and satire to comment on journalism and societal norms, showcasing humorous elements.
- Literary Fiction — The poem explores themes of character, society, and personal values, typical of literary fiction.
- Satire — The poem critiques the journalism of the time and contrasts it with the character of 'little Mack', embodying satirical elements.
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Children's literature · Poetry · Humorous · Whimsical · Imagination · Fantasy · Adventure · Bravery · Courage · Friendship · Loyalty · Growing up