Meeting in Summer by Madison Cawein
The poem captures a serene summer evening, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The setting is rich with sensory details: the twilight sky, the sound of water, the scent of freshly cut hay, and the gentle breeze. The imagery of apple trees and the calls of birds and insects creates a vivid atmosphere, emphasizing the peacefulness of the moment. As the evening progresses, the arrival of the moon adds a magical quality to the scene. The speaker expresses a longing to connect with a beloved, symbolized by the path of roses leading to their door. The juxtaposition of nature's beauty with personal affection highlights themes of love and the intimate bond shared in such serene surroundings. The overall tone is romantic and reflective, celebrating both the external world and the internal emotions it inspires.
By Madison Cawein · First published 1907 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Nature Poetry, Romantic Poetry · 152 words
First lines
A tranquil bar Of rosy twilight under dusk's first star.
A glimmering sound Of whispering waters over grassy ground.
A sun-sweet smell Of fresh-reaped hay from dewy field and dell.
A lazy breeze Jostling the ripeness from the apple-trees.
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Meeting in Summer is listed on Textopian as a short story by Madison Cawein, dated 1907 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Madison Cawein
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Nature Poetry, Romantic Poetry, Imagist Poetry, Pastoral Poetry
- Length: 152 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The poem's focus on personal emotions and vivid imagery aligns it closely with the characteristics of lyric poetry.
- Nature Poetry — The poem extensively describes natural elements and settings, emphasizing the beauty of summer.
- Romantic Poetry — Themes of love and intimacy are present, typical of the Romantic genre.
- Imagist Poetry — The use of precise imagery and sensory details reflects the principles of Imagism.
Tags
Poetry · Nature · Summer · Love · Loss · Mortality · Existentialism · Philosophy · Symbolism · Imagery · Metaphor · Personification