Eugene Field Quotes

A collection of quotes by Eugene Field.

Eugene Field (1850-1895) was an American writer and poet known for his humorous and sentimental verses. He was born in Missouri and later moved to Chicago where he worked as a journalist for various newspapers. Field gained popularity through his newspaper column "Sharps and Flats" and is best known for his children's poems, often exploring themes of childhood innocence and imagination. His most famous work includes "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" and "Little Boy Blue." Field's unique style and storytelling continue to captivate readers, making him one of the most beloved American poets of the late 19th century.

Mr. Clarke played the King all evening as though under const

Mr. Clarke played the King all evening as though under constant fear that someone else was about to play the Ace.

Eugene Field

Acting Actors

A mighty good sausage stuffer was spoiled when the man becam

A mighty good sausage stuffer was spoiled when the man became a poet.

Eugene Field

Poetry

All human joys are swift of wing, For heaven doth so allot i

All human joys are swift of wing, For heaven doth so allot it; That when you get an easy thing, You find you haven't got it.

Eugene Field

Joy Excitement