Come, here is Adieu to the City

Name: Come, here is Adieu to the City
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

The poem expresses a longing for the countryside, contrasting it with the city. The speaker bids farewell to urban life, celebrating the simplicity and beauty of rural existence. The imagery evokes a sense of renewal and the cyclical nature of life, emphasizing the connection between labor and reward. The speaker reflects on the hard work of the past year, culminating in a bountiful harvest that brings joy and fulfillment. The themes of nature, labor, and the passage of time are central, highlighting the satisfaction derived from the fruits of one's efforts. The poem captures a deep appreciation for the natural world and the peace it offers compared to the hustle of city life. The speaker's journey is both physical and metaphorical, representing a return to one's roots and the intrinsic value of the agricultural cycle. The tone is celebratory, filled with optimism and a sense of belonging to the land. The work ultimately conveys a message of gratitude for the rewards of hard work and the beauty of the natural world.

By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1894 · Genre: Poetry, Pastoral, Lyric · 143 words

First lines

COME, here is adieu to the city And hurrah for the country again.

The broad road lies before me Watered with last night's rain.

The timbered country woos me With many a high and bough; And again in the shining fallows The ploughman follows the plough.

The whole year's sweat and study, And the whole year's sowing time, Comes now to the perfect harvest, And ripens now into rhyme.

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Work type: Essay
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Date: 1894 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Pastoral, Lyric, Romanticism, Nature Writing
Length: 143 words
Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and imagery typical of poetry.
Pastoral — The themes focus on the contrast between urban life and rural simplicity, celebrating nature and country life.
Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections on nature and the passage of time.
Romanticism — The work emphasizes emotion, nature, and individual experience, characteristic of the Romantic literary movement.