The Fairies by William Allingham
The Fairies is a collection of poems by William Allingham, first published in 1883. The poems explore the world of fairies, their lives, their loves, and their mischief. Allingham's poems are full of vivid imagery and a sense of wonder, as he takes the reader on a journey through the magical realm of the fairies. The collection includes some of Allingham's most famous works, such as "The Fairies' Dance," "The Fairy Queen," and "The Fairy's Song." Other poems explore the darker side of fairy life, such as "The Fairy's Curse" and "The Fairy's Warning." The collection also includes some of Allingham's more lighthearted works, such as "The Fairy's Lullaby" and "The Fairy's Wedding." The Fairies is a timeless collection of poems that will delight readers of all ages. Allingham's vivid imagery and lyrical language bring the world of the fairies to life, and his poems will transport readers to a magical realm of enchantment and wonder.
By William Allingham · First published 1905 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Romance · 363 words
First lines
Up the airy mountain, Down the rushy glen, We daren't go a-hunting For fear of little men; Wee folk, good folk, Trooping all together; Green jacket, red cap, And white owl's feather! Down along the rocky shore Some make their home, They live on crispy pancakes Of yellow tide-foam; Some in the reeds Of the black mountain lake, With frogs for their watch-dogs, All night awake.
High on the hill-top The old King sits; He is now so old and gray He's nigh lost his wits. With a bridge of white mist Columbkill he crosses, On his stately journeys From Slieveleague to Rosses; Or going up with music On cold starry nights, To sup with the Queen Of the gay Northern Lights.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: William Allingham
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Romance, Children's Literature
- Length: 363 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The title of the book, 'The Fairies', suggests a fantasy setting, as fairies are mythical creatures.
- Poetry — William Allingham is a poet, so the book is likely to contain poetic elements.
- Romance — William Allingham is known for writing romantic poetry, so the book may contain romantic themes.
- Children's Literature — The title of the book suggests that it may be intended for a younger audience.
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Poetry · a-hunting · airy · bed · bridget · cap · daring · fear · feather · folk · friends · gay