This poem describes a faun's encounter with snow for the first time. The faun is depicted as being both fascinated and terrified by the experience of seeing snow. The imagery used suggests a sense of wonder and enchantment, but also a hint of fear and uncertainty. The poem explores the idea that even in a moment of great beauty, there can be an underlying sense of unease or discomfort.
By Frank Stuart Flint · First published 1925 · Genre: Poetry, Mythology, Nature