The Circus Parade by James Whitcomb Riley
This poem describes a festive procession of circus performers and animals marching through the streets, accompanied by music and cheering crowds. The scene is depicted as vibrant and joyful, with a sense of community and celebration.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1887 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 446 words
First lines
The Circus! -The Circus! -The throb of the drums, / And the blare of the horns, as the Band-wagon comes; / The clash and the clang of the cymbals that beat, / As the glittering pageant winds down the long street!
In the Circus parade there is glory clean down / From the first spangled horse to the mule of the Clown, / With the gleam and the glint and the glamour and glare / Of the days of enchantment all glimmering there!
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with rhythmic and rhyming elements typical of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The vivid imagery and fantastical elements appeal to a younger audience, characteristic of children's literature.
- Fantasy — The depiction of mythical and fantastical elements, such as chariots from Neptune and Argonaut dreams, aligns with fantasy themes.
- Adventure — The dynamic and lively description of the circus parade evokes a sense of adventure and excitement.
Tags
Children's Literature · Poetry Collection · American Literature · 19th Century Literature · Nostalgia · Childhood Memories · Circus Theme · Imagination · Fantasy · Whimsy · Humor · Rhyming Verse
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The Circus Parade is listed on Textopian as a short story by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Historical
- Length: 446 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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