Yvytot by Eugene Field (1896)
The poem explores the theme of mortality and the passing of time. It describes a person's life journey from birth to death, highlighting the fleeting nature of human existence. The speaker reflects on how quickly childhood passes, and how adulthood brings its own set of challenges and responsibilities. The poem also touches on the idea that even in death, there is a sense of continuity, as the individual's spirit lives on.
By Eugene Field · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Fantasy, Romance · 1,177 words
First lines
_Where wail the waters in their flaw A spectre wanders to and fro, And evermore that ghostly shore Bemoans the heir of Yvytot_.
_Sometimes, when, like a fleecy pall, The mists upon the waters fall, Across the main float shadows twain That do not heed the spectre's call_.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Eugene Field
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Fantasy, Romance, Tragedy, Mythology
- Length: 1,177 words
- Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes supernatural elements such as a sea-king and a ghostly maiden, typical of fantasy literature.
- Romance — The plot centers around themes of love and marriage, particularly the prince's desire for the sea-king's daughter.
- Tragedy — The story involves themes of betrayal, loss, and a curse, leading to a tragic outcome.
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Children's literature · Poetry · Humor · Whimsy · Fantasy · Imagination · Adventure · Youth · Nostalgia · American literature · 19th century · Classic