The Poplars
The Poplars is a collection of poems by Theodosia Pickering Garrison. The poems explore the beauty of nature, the power of love, and the joys and sorrows of life. The collection begins with a poem about the beauty of the poplar trees, which Garrison describes as “the loveliest of trees.” Other poems explore the beauty of the natural world, such as the birds, the stars, and the moon. Garrison also writes about the power of love, and how it can bring joy and sorrow. The collection also includes poems about the joys and sorrows of life, such as the joy of friendship and the sorrow of loss. Garrison’s poems are filled with vivid imagery and emotion, and her words capture the beauty and complexity of life. The Poplars is a beautiful collection of poems that will leave readers feeling inspired and moved.
By Theodosia Pickrering Garrison · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Romance · 218 words
First lines
My poplars are like ladies trim, Each conscious of her own estate; In costume somewhat over prim, In manner cordially sedate, Like two old neighbours met to chat Beside my garden gate.
My stately old aristocrats -- I fancy still their talk must be Of rose-conserves and Persian cats, And lavender and Indian tea; -- I wonder sometimes as I pass If they approve of me.
I give them greeting night and morn, I like to think they answer, too, With that benign assurance born When youth gives age the reverence due, And bend their wise heads as I go As courteous ladies do.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Theodosia Pickrering Garrison
- Date: 1917 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Romance, Literary Fiction
- Length: 218 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the early 20th century and follows the lives of a family living in a small town in the Midwest, making it a historical fiction novel.
- Family Saga — The book follows the lives of a family over a period of time, making it a family saga.
- Romance — The book follows the romantic relationships of the characters, making it a romance novel.
- Literary Fiction — The book is written in a literary style, making it a literary fiction novel.
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Poetry · aristocrats · bend · beside · cats · chat · conscious · conserves · cordially · costume · estate · fancy