Mythology & Folklore

The Siren

by Oliver Herford 1863–1935

From The Mythological Zoo (1912)

Mythology & Folklore

The Siren may be said to be
The Chorus-Lady of the Sea;
Tho' Mermaids claim her as their kin,
Instead of fishy tail and fin
Two shapely feet rejoice the view
(With all that appertains thereto).
When to these other charms we add
A voice that drives the hearer mad,
Who will dispute her claim to be
The Chorus-Lady of the Sea?

MLA

Herford, Oliver. “The Siren.” Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/herford/125/.

Chicago

Herford, Oliver. “The Siren.” Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/herford/125/.

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