Love and the Fowler's Boy by Joyce Kilmer
The poem explores the theme of love through the eyes of a young boy who has fallen for a woman. The speaker describes his feelings and thoughts about her, revealing a deep emotional connection. The tone is introspective and romantic, with a focus on the complexities of love and relationships.
By Joyce Kilmer · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Lyric · 185 words
First lines
(Bion IV, 14.)
Lo, the fowler's little lad, / Through the woodland straying, / Sight of winged Love hath had / In the branches playing.
"Ah," he cries, "a bonnie prey! " / Sets his bow to wing him. / Cupid blows the dart away / That to earth would bring him.
Now the boy in angry woe / Casts away his quiver / To his master straight doth go / And the tale deliver.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetic forms.
- Romanticism — Themes of love and nature are central, reflecting the ideals of romanticism.
- Lyric — The expression of personal emotions and thoughts aligns with the lyrical genre.
- Allegory — The narrative conveys deeper meanings about love and desire through symbolic elements.
Tags
Poetry · Romance · Nature · Love · Folklore · Mythology · Symbolism · Imagery · Metaphor · Simile · Alliteration · Rhythm
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joyce Kilmer
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Lyric, Allegory, Nature Writing
- Length: 185 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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