Masonubu -- Early
The poem explores the theme of nostalgia and longing for a lost era. It describes a scene from early morning, with the sun rising over a landscape that has been frozen in time. The speaker reflects on the passing of years and the loss of innocence, but also finds solace in the beauty of nature. The poem is written in a lyrical style, with a focus on the musicality of language. It uses imagery and symbolism to convey the emotions and ideas of the speaker. The tone of the poem is melancholic, but also contemplative and reflective. The speaker seems to be at peace with the passing of time, and finds comfort in the beauty of the natural world. The poem can be interpreted as a commentary on the human experience, and our relationship with time and memory. It suggests that even in the face of loss and change, there is always something beautiful to be found.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1921 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Imagism · 63 words
First lines
She was a dream of moons, of fluttering handkerchiefs, Of flying leaves, of parasols, A riddle made to break my heart; The lightest impulse To her was more dear than the deep-toned temple bell.
She fluttered to my sword-hilt an instant, And then flew away; But who will spend all day chasing a butterfly?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Gould Fletcher
- Date: 1921 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Imagism, Symbolism, Modernism
- Length: 63 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work features emotional expression and musicality, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of beauty, nature, and fleeting moments align with Romantic ideals.
- Imagism — The vivid imagery and focus on sensory experiences reflect Imagist principles.
- Symbolism — The use of symbols to convey deeper meanings is evident in the text.
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Poetry · Collection · Early Work · American Literature · Symbolism · Imagery · Nature · Mythology · Folklore · Regionalism · Southern Gothic · Literary Modernism