Cupid's Fault by Oliver Herford
The narrative centers on the mischievous antics of Cupid, who, in a moment of folly, mistakenly shoots two arrows into a single heart instead of one. This blunder leads to confusion and emotional turmoil, as the heart experiences the effects of two distinct affections simultaneously. The poem explores the complexities of love, highlighting the tension between the ideal of two hearts beating as one and the chaos that arises when one heart is overwhelmed by conflicting emotions. The protagonist grapples with the consequences of Cupid's error, reflecting on the nature of love and the challenges it presents. Ultimately, the work captures the irony and unpredictability of romantic entanglements, emphasizing that love can be both sweet and tumultuous when mismanaged.
By Oliver Herford · First published 1910 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic Comedy, Satire · 145 words
First lines
Once Cupid, he Went on a spree And made a peck of trouble, "Ah ha! " cried he, "Two hearts I see! " Alack, the rogue saw double.
There was but one; What has he done? How could he be so stupid? Into one heart _Two_ arrows dart -- O Cupid, Cupid, Cupid!
In truth 't is sweet When "two hearts beat As one" -- but what to do When in one heart Two arrows smart And _one heart beats as two_?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Oliver Herford
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic Comedy, Satire, Lyric, Fantasy
- Length: 145 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romantic Comedy — The themes revolve around love and the humorous complications that arise from Cupid's actions.
- Satire — The poem critiques the nature of love and Cupid's role in creating romantic confusion.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts related to love and relationships.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Satire · Humor · Love · Fate · Chance · Relationships · Marriage · Comedy · Social Commentary · Literary Fiction