The "Ars Poetica" of Horace XXIII
The poem's central theme is the art of poetry itself, exploring the relationship between the poet and their craft. It discusses the importance of careful word choice, the need for inspiration, and the role of the poet in conveying emotions and ideas. The poem also touches on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy through one's work.
By Eugene Field · First published 1893 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Philosophical Poetry, Narrative Poetry · 349 words
First lines
I love the lyric muse! For when mankind ran wild in groves, Came holy Orpheus with his songs And turned men's hearts from bestial loves, From brutal force and savage wrongs; Came Amphion, too, and on his lyre Made such sweet music all the day That rocks, instinct with warm desire, Pursued him in his glorious way.
I love the lyric muse! Hers was the wisdom that of yore Taught man the rights of fellow-man -- Taught him to worship God the more And to revere love's holy ban; Hers was the hand that jotted down The laws correcting divers wrongs -- And so came honor and renown To bards and to their noble songs.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Philosophical Poetry, Narrative Poetry, Inspirational Poetry, Classical Poetry
- Length: 349 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses deep personal feelings and emotions, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Philosophical Poetry — The themes explore wisdom, morality, and the human condition, aligning with philosophical inquiry.
- Narrative Poetry — The poem tells a story of the influence of music and poetry on humanity, fitting the narrative structure.
- Inspirational Poetry — The work aims to inspire reverence for the arts and the divine, motivating readers to appreciate beauty.
Tags
Ancient Roman Literature · Poetry · Satire · Literary Criticism · Artistic Theory · Classical Studies · Rhetoric · Aesthetics · Philosophy of Art · Latin Poetry · Roman Empire · Historical Context