Author: James Joyce
Bright cap and streamers, He sings in the hollow: Come follow, come follow, All you that love. Leave dreams to the dreamers That will not after, That song and laughter Do nothing move. With ribbons streaming He sings the bolder; In troop at his shoulder The wild bees hum. And the time of dreaming Dreams is over -- As lover to lover, Sweetheart, I come.
Type of Poem: Lyric Poem
Date Written: 1907-01-01
Date Published: 1907-05-01
Language: English
Keywords: Love, Dreams, Laughter, Bees, Invitation
Source: Chamber Music
Publisher: Elkin Mathews
Rights/Permissions: Public Domain
Comments/Notes: A reprise of the earlier poem, again emphasizing the call to leave behind dreams and embrace the joy and energy of love.
Lyric poetry is a powerful and intimate form of expression, characterized by its focus on the personal emotions and thoughts of the poet. Often musical in nature, lyric poems resonate with readers through their vivid language and rhythmic flow, capturing moments of intense feeling.
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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.