Nellie by Eugene Field (1887)
The story revolves around a young girl who lives with her grandfather in a small village surrounded by nature. She has a deep connection with the natural world and possesses a unique ability to communicate with animals. The narrative explores themes of childhood innocence, the human relationship with nature, and the passing of time.
By Eugene Field · First published 1887 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Romanticism · 306 words
First lines
His listening soul hears no echo of battle, / No pean of triumph nor welcome of fame; / But down through the years comes a little one's prattle, / And softly he murmurs her idolized name.
And it seems as if now at his heart she were clinging / As she clung in those dear, distant years to his knee; / He sees her fair face, and he hears her sweet singing -- / And Nellie is coming from over the sea.
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Nellie is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Romanticism, Narrative, Sentimentalism
- Length: 306 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and meter typical of poetry.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections, focusing on themes of love and nostalgia.
- Romanticism — The themes of longing, memory, and emotional depth align with Romantic literary ideals.
- Narrative — The poem tells a story of a father's love and anticipation for his daughter, providing a narrative arc.
Tags
Children's literature · Poetry · American poetry · Late 19th century · Whimsical · Fantasy · Imagination · Youthful innocence · Playfulness · Humor · Lighthearted · Nostalgic