To a Bush-Baby by Frederic Manning
To a Bush-Baby is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young British soldier's experiences during World War I. The book follows the protagonist, Private Bourne, as he navigates the horrors and absurdities of trench warfare in France. Through his eyes, readers witness the brutality of combat, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the psychological toll of prolonged exposure to violence and death. The novel is notable for its realistic depiction of life on the front lines and its unsentimental portrayal of warfare.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Lyrical, Fantasy · 229 words
First lines
Little one, so soft and light, Haunting silent, darkened ways, In the shadow of the night, Thee I praise.
Such an elf as danced of old, Light as thistle-down or froth, By Titania's throne of gold, Little Moth.
What strange fate linked thee and me, In this world of hope and fears?
Surely God hath sheltered thee From our tears.
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To a Bush-Baby is listed on Textopian as a poem by Frederic Manning, dated 1923 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyrical, Fantasy, Philosophical, Nature
- Length: 229 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter to convey its themes.
- Lyrical — The text expresses personal emotions and reflections, characteristic of lyrical poetry.
- Fantasy — References to mythical elements like Titania and elves suggest a fantastical theme.
- Philosophical — The work explores existential themes and questions about life and existence.
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nature · wildlife · adventure · exploration · friendship · childhood · imagination · innocence · growth · discovery · environment · animals