The Bobolink Poem by John Burroughs
The poem describes the bird's song and its association with rural life. It portrays the Bobolink as a symbol of simplicity and connection to nature. The speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of appreciating the present moment, using the bird's song as a metaphor for the beauty and fragility of existence.
By John Burroughs · First published 1867 · Genre: Nature Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Pastoral Poetry · 133 words
First lines
Daisies, clover, buttercup, Redtop, trefoil, meadowsweet, Ecstatic pinions, soaring up, Then gliding down to grassy seat.
Sunshine, laughter, mad desires, May day, June day, lucid skies, All reckless moods that love inspires -- The gladdest bird that sings and flies.
Meadows, orchards, bending sprays, Rushes, lilies, billowy wheat, Song and frolic fill his days, A feathered rondeau all complete.
Pink bloom, gold bloom, fleabane white, Dewdrop, raindrop, cooling shade, Bubbling throat and hovering flight, And jocund heart as e'er was made.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Burroughs
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Nature Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Pastoral Poetry, Imagist Poetry, Romantic Poetry
- Length: 133 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
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Genres
- Nature Poetry — The poem vividly describes natural elements and the beauty of the environment, focusing on flora and fauna.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, capturing the joy and freedom associated with nature.
- Pastoral Poetry — The work reflects an idealized depiction of rural life and the harmony between humans and nature.
- Imagist Poetry — The poem employs clear imagery and precise language to evoke sensory experiences related to nature.
Tags
Nature Writing · Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century Literature · Birdwatching · Ornithology · Wildlife Observation · Descriptive Writing · Imagery · Symbolism · Seasonal Themes · Summer