A Gustatory Achievement
The poem explores the theme of nostalgia and the passing of time through a sensory experience - the taste of a childhood treat. The speaker reminisces about the flavor of a specific dessert, evoking memories of innocence and simplicity. The poem's focus on the senses serves to underscore the fleeting nature of youth and the importance of holding onto cherished experiences.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1883 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Humor · 118 words
First lines
Last Thanksgivin'-dinner we Et at Granny's house, an' she
Had -- ist like she alluz does -- Most an' best pies ever wuz.
Canned _black_ burry-pie an' _goose_ Burry, squshin'-full o' juice; An' _roz_burry -- yes, an' plum -- Yes, an' _churry_-pie -- _um-yum_!
Peach an' punkin, too, you bet.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Humor, Domestic Fiction, Nostalgia
- Length: 118 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The playful language and simple themes suggest it is aimed at a younger audience.
- Humor — The exaggerated descriptions and nostalgic tone provide a humorous take on the subject of pies.
- Domestic Fiction — The setting and focus on family gatherings and traditional meals align with domestic themes.
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American Literature · Poetry Collection · 19th Century · Humorous · Satirical · Food-Themed · Gastronomic · Whimsical · Playful · Social Commentary · Regionalism · Midwestern