Poetry Quote by John Masefield
““ Sea-fever I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face, and a grey dawn breaking. I must down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied; And all I ask is a windy day with the white clouds flying, And the flung spray and the blown spume, and the sea-gulls crying. I must down to the seas again, to the vagrant gypsy life, To the gull's way and the whale's way where the wind's like a whetted knife; And all I ask is a merry yarn from a laughing fellow-rover And quiet sleep and a sweet dream when the long trick's over.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Sea Fever, 1912
The speaker longs for the freedom and adventure of the sea, seeking simple, elemental experiences.
In simple terms: A yearning for sea adventure and simple joy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the call of adventure.
Themes
freedom
adventure
nature
longing
Mood
nostalgic
inspirational
Type
poetic
literary
When to use this quote
- travel
- creative writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
wanderlust
solitude
nature's rhythm
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the sea symbolize for you?
- How do you find balance between adventure and safety?
A Different Perspective
Sea life can be harsh and unpredictable.
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