Reed Call for April

Name: Reed Call for April
Author: Madison Cawein

The work explores the themes of nature, love, and the longing for escape. It vividly depicts the arrival of April, characterized by the blossoming of flowers, the warmth of the sun, and the joyful sounds of nature. Each stanza draws parallels between the beauty of the season and the beloved's qualities, emphasizing the emotional connection between the speaker and their love. The first section highlights the transformation of the landscape with blooming buds and the interplay of rain and sunshine, likening these natural phenomena to the beloved's beauty. The speaker expresses a desire to escape the confines of urban life to experience the joys of nature with their loved one. In the second section, the imagery shifts to the vibrant colors of the hills and the playful sounds of the winds and streams. The speaker finds joy in the natural world, which mirrors the happiness brought by the beloved's voice. This connection reinforces the idea that love and nature are intertwined sources of joy. The third section continues this theme, focusing on the warmth and life that April brings. The songs of birds are compared to the beloved's words, suggesting that both nature and love provide comfort and music to the heart. The repeated longing to be away from the town emphasizes a desire for a deeper connection with both nature and the beloved. Overall, the work encapsulates a celebration of spring as a metaphor for love, highlighting the beauty of both the natural world and personal relationships. The speaker's yearning for escape reflects a universal desire for connection and the rejuvenating power of love amidst the beauty of nature.

By Madison Cawein · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing · 277 words

First lines

I. When April comes, and pelts with buds And apple-blooms each orchard space, And takes the dog-wood-whitened woods With rain and sunshine of her moods, Like your fair face, like your fair face:

It's honey for the bloom and dew, And honey for the heart! And, oh, to be away with you Beyond the town and mart.

II. When April comes, and tints the hills With gold and beryl that rejoice, And from her airy apron spills The laughter of the winds and rills, Like your young voice, like your young voice:

It's gladness for God's bending blue, And gladness for the heart! And, oh, to be away with you Beyond the town and mart.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Madison Cawein
Date: 1903 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing, Lyric Poetry, Sentimentalism
Length: 277 words
Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices, focusing on themes of nature and love.
Romanticism — The themes of nature, beauty, and emotional expression align with the characteristics of Romantic literature.
Nature Writing — The vivid descriptions of the natural world and its seasonal changes are central to the text.
Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of lyric poetry.