Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Above the Fire. |
| Authors: |
Cooper, D. A. |
| Source: |
Modern Age. Winter2026, Vol. 68 Issue 1, p76-76. 1p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Storytelling, *Curiosity, Flame, Mysticism, Symbolism, Prehistoric peoples, Poetry (Literary form) |
| Abstract: |
The poem "Above the Fire" explores the fascination with the dancing air and light above a fire, reflecting on the scientific and mystical aspects of flames through the narrator’s storytelling to their daughter. It connects contemporary experiences with ancient human wonder, imagining how early humans might have interpreted fire’s patterns and significance. The poem highlights the enduring human curiosity about fire’s nature and its cultural and symbolic roles across time. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
