To a Little Child (M. H.)

Name: To a Little Child (M. H.)
Author: Gilbert Parker

The poem "To a Little Child" by Gilbert Parker is about the innocence and purity of childhood. It describes how children see the world with wonder and joy, and how they are untainted by the worries and troubles of adulthood. The speaker encourages the reader to remember this time in their own life and to hold onto that sense of awe and excitement as they grow older.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Lyrical, Romantic · 164 words

First lines

When you were born, my dear, when you were born, A glorious Voice came singing from the sun, An Ariel with roses of the morn, And through the vales of Arcady danced one All golden as the corn.

These were the happy couriers of God, Bearing your gifts: a magic all your own, And Beauty with her tall divining rod; While tiny star-smiths, bending to your throne, Your feet with summer shod.

Into my heart, my dear, you flashed your way, Your rosy, golden way: a fairy horn Proclaimed you dancing light and roundelay; -- I thank my generous Fates that you were born One lofty joyous day.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1895 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Lyrical, Romantic, Pastoral, Inspirational
Length: 164 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm, meter, and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
Lyrical — The work expresses personal emotions and feelings, often in a musical or song-like manner, typical of lyrical poetry.
Romantic — The themes of beauty, nature, and divine inspiration align with the characteristics of Romantic literature.
Pastoral — References to Arcady and natural imagery suggest an idealized view of rural life, common in pastoral literature.