Envoy by Robert Louis Stevenson

Name: Envoy
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

The work is a poetic piece that serves as a farewell and a blessing to a small book being sent out into the world. The speaker expresses a desire for the book to bring joy and abundance to its readers. The imagery evokes a sense of pastoral beauty and domestic comfort, wishing for flowers, food, wine, wit, and a pleasant home environment. The speaker hopes for a vibrant life filled with nature's beauty, symbolized by a living river and the song of a nightingale. The overall tone is one of warmth and goodwill, emphasizing the connection between literature and the joys of life. The poem encapsulates the hope that the book will spread happiness and enrich the lives of those who encounter it.

By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1885 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romanticism · 64 words

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GO, little book, and wish to all Flowers in the garden, meat in the hall, A bin of wine, a spice of wit, A house with lawns enclosing it, A living river by the door, A nightingale in the sycamore!

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Work type: Poem
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Date: 1885 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romanticism, Inspirational
Length: 64 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices, focusing on imagery and emotion.
Literary Fiction — The themes and style reflect a deep exploration of human experience and artistic expression.
Romanticism — The work embodies elements of nature, beauty, and emotional depth characteristic of the Romantic movement.
Inspirational — The tone and message convey hope and well-wishing, aiming to inspire readers.