Caroline Anne Bowles Poetry

Caroline Anne Bowles was an English poet who is remembered for the strength of her pathos. Her work can be seen in collections like The Widow’s Tale, and other poems, published in 1822 and Robin Hood, with other fragments, published in 1847 after her death.

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The River

‘The River’ is a lively and joyous poem in which the speaker celebrates the power of a river and its journey towards the ocean.

The poem effectively represents Caroline Anne Bowles' work by capturing the essence of life's journey through the metaphor of a river. It reflects her skillful use of imagery and personification to depict various stages of life, from youthful exuberance to the tranquil acceptance of old age and the unknown of eternity, showcasing her contemplative and evocative style.

River! river! little river!

Bright you sparkle on your way;

O'er the yellow pebbles dancing,

Through the flowers and foliage glancing,

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