Mirage Du Cantonment by Joyce Kilmer
This work is a collection of poetry that explores themes of nature and the human experience. The poems are characterized by their use of imagery and symbolism to convey complex emotions and ideas. They often focus on the relationship between the individual and the natural world, and explore the tensions between civilization and wilderness.
By Joyce Kilmer · First published 1908 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Imagism, Nature Poetry · 116 words
First lines
Many laughing ladies, leisurely and wise, Low rich voice, delicate gay cries, Tea in fragile china cups, ices, macaroons, Sheraton and Heppelwhite and old thin spoons, Rather dim paintings on very high walls, Windows showing lawns whereon the sunlight falls, Pink and silver gardens and broad kind trees, And fountains scattering rainbows at the whim of a breeze, Fragrance, mirth and gentleness, a Summer day In a world that has forgotten everything but play.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joyce Kilmer
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Imagism, Nature Poetry, Romanticism, Social Commentary
- Length: 116 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Confusing
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work employs a musical quality and emotional expression typical of lyric poetry.
- Imagism — The vivid imagery and focus on sensory experiences align with the principles of Imagism.
- Nature Poetry — The depiction of gardens, sunlight, and natural beauty reflects themes commonly found in nature poetry.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on emotion, beauty, and a nostalgic view of life connects to Romantic ideals.
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Poetry · American Literature · Nature Writing · Symbolism · Imagery · Figurative Language · Metaphor · Simile · Alliteration · Assonance · Consonance · Free Verse