March by Virna Sheard (1924)

Name: March
Author: Virna Sheard

The work is a lyrical exploration of the transitional energy that marks the passage from winter to spring. It uses vivid natural imagery to evoke the dynamic character of early spring, highlighting elements such as gusty winds, animated wildlife, and rejuvenating landscapes. The narrative weaves together sights and sounds of nature—a lone bird cutting through the sky, the cheerful calls of wild geese, the rustling of pine trees, and the playful movements of small woodland creatures—to conjure a world where every detail of the natural environment pulses with rejuvenation. The text emphasizes the interplay of weather and nature, portraying the season not merely as a period of physical change but also as an invitation to embark upon adventures into unknown, enchanted realms. Descriptions of rushing brooks and meandering trails evoke the notion of a journey—both literal and metaphorical—toward rediscovered joy and hidden treasures buried in the fabric of the waking world. Central to the work is the concept of renewal and the emergence of latent potential. The natural images serve as metaphors for an inner awakening, suggesting that, just as the land bursts forth with vitality after the dormancy of winter, so too can the human spirit reclaim lost delights and untapped aspirations. The recurring motif of movement underlines the inevitability of change and the call to embrace life’s impermanence with optimism and curiosity. Overall, the piece stands as a celebration of the transformative power of nature, inviting the reader to recognize and participate in the timeless dance of decay and rebirth that defines the march of the seasons.

By Virna Sheard · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Poetry, Pastoral · 213 words

First lines

Windy March weather, with a lone crow flying, A little ebony airship careening down the blue, And high, high above him a wild goose crying, The leading cry, the clarion cry, that guides his grey lines through!

Windy March weather, with the pine trees singing, Silver-red the brambles show and silver-green the birch, And silver-grey a squirrel on a top branch swinging, -- A friendly elf who nods to me from his far perilous perch.

Windy March weather, with the tawny brook that hurries Eager for the outward rush of rivers to the sea; A tiny brook sun-dappled, that frets and sings and worries, A rough adventurous little brook that calls and calls to me!

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Work type: Poem
Author: Virna Sheard
Date: 1924 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Nature Poetry, Pastoral, Lyric, Fantasy
Length: 213 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Genres

Poetry — The work is written in verse, using meter and vivid imagery typical of a poetic form.
Nature Poetry — The extensive descriptions of natural elements and seasonal change firmly establish it within the nature poetry genre.
Pastoral — The emphasis on rural landscapes and serene natural settings aligns it with pastoral literature.
Lyric — The personal and reflective tone, combined with emotive language, characterizes it as lyric poetry.