Noey's Night-Piece
The poem is a nostalgic and melancholic reflection on the passing of time and the fleeting nature of life. It describes a night scene where the speaker's thoughts are consumed by memories of loved ones who have passed away, and the speaker is left to ponder their own mortality. The poem explores themes of loss, longing, and the human experience of facing the unknown.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1883 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Fiction · 1,106 words
First lines
"They ain't much 'tale' about it! " Noey said. -- "K'tawby grapes wuz gittin' good-n-red I rickollect; and Tubb Kingry and me 'Ud kindo' browse round town, daytime, to see What neighbers 'peared to have the most to spare 'At wuz git-at-able and no dog there When we come round to git 'em, say 'bout ten O'clock at night when mostly old folks then Wuz snorin' at each other like they yit Helt some old grudge 'at never slep' a bit.
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Noey's Night-Piece is listed on Textopian as a short story by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1883 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Fiction, Slice of Life, American Literature
- Length: 1,106 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality typical of poetry.
- Humor — The narrative contains humorous elements, particularly in the depiction of the characters' antics and the lighthearted tone.
- Fiction — The story is a fictional narrative involving characters and events that are imagined.
- Slice of Life — The narrative captures everyday events and interactions, focusing on ordinary characters and their experiences.
Tags
Poem · Nighttime · Sleep · Dreams · Imagination · Fantasy · Romance · Nostalgia · Sentimental · Melancholy · Longing · Wistfulness