Prof. Vere de Blaw by Eugene Field
The story revolves around a young girl who lives with her uncle and aunt in a small village. She is an orphan and has been told that her parents died of fever. The girl is imaginative, gentle, and kind. She loves nature and has a special bond with animals. As she grows up, she begins to question the story of her parents' death and eventually uncovers a dark family secret.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Narrative · 1,814 words
First lines
Achievin' sech distinction with his moddel tabble dote Ez to make his Red Hoss Mountain restauraw a place uv note, Our old friend Casey innovated somewhat round the place, In hopes he would ameliorate the sufferin's uv the race; 'Nd uv the many features Casey managed to import The most important wuz a Steenway gran' pianny-fort, An' bein' there wuz nobody could play upon the same, He telegraffed to Denver, 'nd a real perfesser came, -- The last an' crownin' glory uv the Casey restauraw Wuz that tenderfoot musicianer, Perfesser Vere de Blaw!
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Narrative, Regional Literature, Character Study
- Length: 1,814 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and rhyme, characteristic of poetry.
- Humor — The poem uses wit and satire to depict the life and culture of miners, showcasing humorous elements.
- Narrative — The poem tells a story about the character Vere de Blaw and his experiences, fitting the narrative genre.
- Regional Literature — The setting and themes reflect the culture and experiences of miners in the American West.
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Humor · Satire · Social commentary · Education · Academia · University life · Campus politics · Faculty relationships · Student life · Coming of age · Youth culture · American literature