On a Splendud Match
The poem describes a romantic encounter between two lovers on a moonlit night. The speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of love and how it can be both exhilarating and heartbreaking. The poem explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1885 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Satire · 101 words
First lines
[On the night of the marraige of the foregoin' couple, which shall be nameless here, these lines was ca'mly dashed off in the albun of the happy bride whilse the shivver-ree was goin' on outside the residence.]
He was warned against the _womern_ -- She was warned aginst the _man_. -- And ef _that_ won't make a weddin', W'y, they's nothin' else that can!
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On a Splendud Match is listed on Textopian as a poem by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1885 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Satire, Romance, Folk
- Length: 101 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter.
- Humor — The tone is light-hearted and playful, with a humorous take on marriage.
- Satire — It uses wit to critique societal norms around marriage.
- Romance — The subject matter revolves around a wedding and romantic union.
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Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Children's Verse · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Folk Culture · Rural Life · Marriage · Love · Comedy