Lines to My Mother
"Lines to My Mother" is a heartwarming and emotional poem written by Fanny J. Crosby, an American blind poet and composer. The poem is a tribute to her mother, expressing gratitude and love despite the challenges of being born without sight. Crosby's vivid imagery and powerful language create a moving portrayal of the bond between a mother and child, transcending physical limitations and highlighting the strength of their emotional connection.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1867 · Genre: Biography, Autobiography, Women's Studies · 231 words
First lines
On My Birthday.
My birthday eve is gone, Mother, And didst thou think of me? Each moment while I counted o'er My thoughts were all on thee,
And oft I wished thee here, Mother, Our social group to join; For I long to clasp thine hand, Mother, And in thy arms recline.
My birthday eve is gone, Mother, The future who can know? Oh, will my buoyant heart, as now, With gladness still o'erflow?
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Lines to My Mother is listed on Textopian as a poem by Fanny J. Crosby, dated 1867 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Autobiography, Women's Studies, Historical, Non-Fiction
- Length: 231 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Biography — The book is a personal and emotional tribute by Fanny J. Crosby to her mother, detailing her life and experiences.
- Autobiography — While the book may be dedicated to her mother, it likely contains autobiographical elements related to the author's own life and experiences.
- Women's Studies — As a tribute to her mother, the book likely explores women's experiences, roles, and societal expectations, thus aligning it with the genre of Women's Studies.
- Historical — The book potentially provides important historical insight into the time period and context within which the author and her mother lived.
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poetry · motherhood · faith · inspiration · devotional · religion · Christianity · spirituality · personal growth · self-help · motivation · encouragement