The Little Peach by Eugene Field
The poem tells the story of a little peach that grows on a tree and falls into a stream, where it's swept away by the current. The peach is compared to a child who has wandered away from its mother. The poem explores themes of loss, separation, and the passage of time.
By Eugene Field · First published 1891 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Fantasy · 227 words
First lines
A little peach in the orchard grew, -- / A little peach of emerald hue; / Warmed by the sun and wet by the dew, / It grew.
One day, passing that orchard through, / That little peach dawned on the view / Of Johnny Jones and his sister Sue -- / Them two.
Up at that peach a club they threw -- / Down from the stem on which it grew / Fell that peach of emerald hue. / Mon Dieu!
John took a bite and Sue a chew, / And then the trouble began to brew, -- / Trouble the doctor couldn't subdue. / Too true!
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The Little Peach is listed on Textopian as a poem by Eugene Field, dated 1891 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Fantasy, Tragedy, Fable
- Length: 227 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The poem is aimed at a young audience, featuring simple language and themes suitable for children.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and rhythm characteristic of poetry.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes whimsical elements, such as anthropomorphized fruit and a surreal outcome.
- Tragedy — The story concludes with the death of the characters, presenting a somber theme.
Tags
Children's literature · Poetry · Whimsical · Imagination · Fantasy · Adventure · Youthful · Innocence · Playfulness · Humor · Lighthearted · Nostalgic