The Monstrous Pleasant Ballad of the Taylor Pup
The poem tells the story of a young boy who dies after being kicked by a horse. The ballad explores themes of mortality, innocence, and the cruelty of fate.
By Eugene Field · First published 1889 · Genre: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry · 1,742 words
First lines
Now lithe and listen, gentles all, Now lithe ye all and hark Unto a ballad I shall sing About Buena Park.
Of all the wonders happening there The strangest hap befell Upon a famous April morn, As you I now shall tell.
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The Monstrous Pleasant Ballad of the Taylor Pup is listed on Textopian as a short story by Eugene Field, dated 1889 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry, Animal Fiction, Narrative Verse
- Length: 1,742 words
- Structure: 1 section, 55 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The poem's playful tone, simple language, and focus on a puppy's antics make it suitable for a young audience.
- Humor — The humorous situations and exaggerated descriptions of the pup's misadventures contribute to a comedic narrative.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter characteristic of poetic forms.
- Animal Fiction — The story centers around a dog, exploring themes of pet ownership and animal behavior.
Tags
Whimsical · Fantastical · Nonsensical · Humorous · Satirical · Poetic · Rhythmic · Storytelling · Imaginative · Fanciful · Playful · Lyrical