In Fairyland by Joyce Kilmer (1917)
The poem describes a mystical realm where the speaker's spirit resides after death. It is a place of beauty and wonder, with lush gardens and sparkling fountains. The speaker's loved ones are also present in Fairyland, and they engage in joyful activities together. The poem conveys a sense of peace and happiness, suggesting that death may not be an end, but rather a transition to a more beautiful existence.
By Joyce Kilmer · First published 1917 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Romance · 77 words
First lines
The fairy poet takes a sheet Of moonbeam, silver white, His ink is dew from daisies sweet, His pen a point of light.
My love, I know is fairer far Than his, (though she is fair,) And we should dwell where fairies are For I could praise her there.
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In Fairyland is listed on Textopian as a short story by Joyce Kilmer, dated 1917 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Joyce Kilmer
- Date: 1917 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Romance, Children's Literature, Lyrical
- Length: 77 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The work features elements of magic and fairyland, creating an imaginative and otherworldly setting.
- Poetry — The text is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure.
- Romance — Themes of love and admiration are central to the narrative.
- Children's Literature — The whimsical nature and fairy themes appeal to a younger audience.
Tags
Poetry · Fairy Tales · Fantasy · Literary Fiction · Children's Literature · Mythology · Symbolism · Imagination · Dreams · Reality vs Fantasy · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery