This poem explores the theme of darkness and light, using night as a metaphor for the unknown and the subconscious. The speaker describes the beauty of the night sky, with its stars and moon, but also acknowledges the fear and uncertainty that can come with it. The poem suggests that even in the darkest moments, there is still beauty to be found, and that the night can be a time for contemplation and introspection.
By Joyce Kilmer · First published 1918 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Poetry