To Annie by James Whitcomb Riley
The poem is a nostalgic and sentimental tribute to a childhood friend who has moved away. It expresses the speaker's longing for the carefree days of youth and their affectionate relationship with Annie. The poem explores themes of friendship, nostalgia, and the passing of time.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1888 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Nature · 70 words
First lines
When the lids of dusk are falling O'er the dreamy eyes of day, And the whippoorwills are calling, And the lesson laid away, -- May Mem'ry soft and tender As the prelude of the night, Bend over you and render As tranquil a delight.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1888 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Nature, Reflective
- Length: 70 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Romantic — The themes of memory and tranquility evoke a sense of romanticism.
- Nature — Imagery related to dusk, dreamy eyes of day, and whippoorwills highlights a connection to nature.
- Reflective — The poem invites introspection and contemplation through its themes of memory and delight.
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Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Romance · Love Poem · Free Verse · Nature Imagery · Symbolism · Imagery · Figurative Language · Metaphor · Simile