Little-Oh Dear by Eugene Field
The poem tells the story of a little girl who dies young. The speaker describes her as a gentle and loving child who brought joy to those around her. The poem expresses grief and sadness at her passing, but also celebrates her short life and the happiness she brought to others.
By Eugene Field · First published 1895 · Genre: Children's Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Nature Poetry · 283 words
First lines
See, what a wonderful garden is here, Planted and trimmed for my Little-Oh-Dear! Posies so gaudy and grass of such brown -- Search ye the country and hunt ye the town And never ye'll meet with a garden so queer As this one I've made for my Little-Oh-Dear!
Marigolds white and buttercups blue, Lilies all dabbled with honey and dew, The cactus that trails over trellis and wall, Roses and pansies and violets -- all Make proper obeisance and reverent cheer When into her garden steps Little-Oh-Dear.
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Little-Oh Dear is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Nature Poetry, Romantic Poetry, Nostalgic Poetry
- Length: 283 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Poetry — The work is a whimsical poem that appeals to children through its playful language and themes of love and nature.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal feelings and emotions, particularly love, in a lyrical and melodic style.
- Nature Poetry — The vivid descriptions of the garden and its flowers highlight the beauty of nature, a central theme in the poem.
- Romantic Poetry — The poem embodies romantic themes, focusing on love and affection towards 'Little-Oh-Dear'.
Tags
Children's literature · Poetry · Whimsical · Imagination · Fantasy · Adventure · Youthful · Innocence · Playfulness · Humor · Lighthearted · Nostalgic