Author: Violet Jacob
The wilder sea is ragin' high, The win's they roar an' blaw, An' the licht that fa's on the wilder sea, It brings nae peace ava. The wilder sea is ragin' high, Whaur the waves they crash an' foam, An' the hert that bides on the wilder sea, It will aye be far frae hame.
Type of Poem: Lyric Poem
Date Written: 1923-12-10
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Language: Scots
Keywords: Sea, Wild, Scotland, Storm, Home
Source: Collected Poems of Violet Jacob
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Rights/Permissions: Public Domain
Comments/Notes: A poem about the wild and stormy sea, symbolizing the turmoil and longing for home in the heart.
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From ancient odes to contemporary free verse, lyric poetry remains a beloved and enduring form, celebrated for its ability to articulate the nuances of human emotion in a way that resonates deeply with readers.