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: Easy (6th 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