
A Poet of One Mood by Alice Meynell
"A Poet of One Mood" is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The poems are characterized by their introspective and contemplative nature, with Meynell exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition. Through her use of rich imagery and evocative language, Meynell creates a sense of melancholy and longing that permeates the collection. The poems are written in a formal, structured style, which adds to their overall sense of elegance and refinement. Overall, "A Poet of One Mood" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant collection that showcases Meynell's mastery of poetry.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1901 · Genre: Poetry, Biography, Literary Criticism · 153 words
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A poet of one mood in all my lays,
Ranging all life to sing one only love,
Like a west wind across the world I move,
Sweeping my harp of floods mine own wild ways.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1901 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Biography, Literary Criticism
- Length: 153 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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- Poetry — Given the title, this is a book by a recognised poet, Alice Meynell, likely a collection of her poetry works.
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poetry · mood · emotions · nature · women · voice · inner life · personal · introspection · self-discovery · psychology · inner world
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