Where Shall we Land. (Rhymes of Rainy Days)
The poem explores the idea that life's journey can be unpredictable and uncertain, much like a ship navigating through stormy weather. The speaker reflects on the various paths one might take in life, comparing them to different destinations reached by ships at sea. The poem touches on themes of fate, free will, and the human experience.
By James Whitcomb Riley · First published 1883 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Fantasy · 385 words
First lines
"_Where shall we land you, sweet_? " -- Swinburne.
All listlessly we float / Out seaward in the boat / That beareth Love. / Our sails of purest snow / Bend to the blue below / And to the blue above. / Where shall we land?
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Where Shall we Land. (Rhymes of Rainy Days) is listed on Textopian as a poem by James Whitcomb Riley, dated 1883 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James Whitcomb Riley
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Fantasy, Philosophical
- Length: 385 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 with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romantic — The themes of love and beauty are central, with a focus on the emotional and aesthetic experience.
- Fantasy — The imagery of fairy isles and dreamlike settings suggests a fantastical element.
- Philosophical — The poem contemplates existential questions about destination and purpose.
Tags
Poetry Collection · Children's Literature · Rhyming Verse · Nostalgia · Humor · Whimsy · Imagination · Playfulness · Nature Imagery · Seasonal Themes · Rainy Day Activities · Indoor Games