The Little Dog-Woggy
This poem is a nostalgic and humorous tribute to childhood memories of playing with a small dog. The speaker reminisces about the carefree days spent chasing after the energetic canine companion, now grown old and grey. The poem's tone is lighthearted and affectionate, capturing the joy and simplicity of youth.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1886 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Adventure · 283 words
First lines
A Little Dog-Woggy Once walked round the World: So he shut up his house; and, forgetting His two puppy-children Locked in there, he curled Up his tail in pink bombazine netting, And set out To walk round The World.
He walked to Chicago, And heard of the Fair- Walked on to New York, where he _never_,- In fact, he discovered That many folks there Thought less of Chicago than ever, As he musing- Ly walked round The World.
He walked on to Boston, And round Bunker Hill, Bow-wowed, but no citizen heerd him- Till he ordered his baggage And called for his bill, And then, bless their souls! how they cheered him, As he gladly Walked on round The World.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1886 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Adventure, Humor, Fantasy
- Length: 283 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The narrative features a whimsical story about a dog, appealing to a young audience with its playful tone and simple plot.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and rhythm typical of poetry.
- Adventure — The story follows the journey of a dog traveling around the world, embodying themes of exploration and discovery.
- Humor — The lighthearted and amusing depiction of the dog's travels and the reactions of people he encounters contribute to a humorous tone.
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Children's Literature · Poetry · Nursery Rhyme · Fiction · Verse · Rhyming Verse · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Animal Fiction · Canine Fiction · Childhood Experience