The Quest by James Whitcomb Riley
The narrative revolves around a young boy's journey to find his lost dog. The story explores themes of perseverance and the importance of human-animal relationships.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1881 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 306 words
First lines
I am looking for Love. Has he passed this way, With eyes as blue as the skies of May, And a face as fair as the summer dawn? -- You answer back, but I wander on, -- For you say: "Oh, yes; but his eyes were gray, And his face as dim as a rainy day."
Good friends, I query, I search for Love; His eyes are as blue as the skies above, And his smile as bright as the midst of May When the truce-bird pipes: Has he passed this way?
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The Quest is listed on Textopian as a poem by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1881 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1881 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical
- Length: 306 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, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around the search for love, a common element in romance.
- Philosophical — The poem explores abstract concepts of love and perception, inviting reflection on subjective experiences.
Tags
Adventure · Fantasy · Quest · Journey · Travel · Exploration · Friendship · Perseverance · Courage · Self-discovery · Coming-of-age · Mystery