An Epitaph on Salathiel Pavy, a Child of Queen E
"An Epitaph on Salathiel Pavy, a Child of Queen Elizabeth's Chapel" is a poem written by Alice Meynell in 1890. The poem is an elegy for a young boy who died at the age of eight, and it explores themes of grief, loss, and the fleeting nature of life. The poem is known for its beautiful language and poignant imagery, which capture the sorrow and longing of the speaker.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1892 · Genre: Biography, Historical, Drama · 196 words
First lines
WEEP with me, all you that read
This little story;
And know, for whom a tear you shed
Death's self is sorry.
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Genres
- Biography — The book is focused on the life of Salathiel Pavy, an historical figure, which signifies a biographical theme.
- Historical — The book is set in the period of Queen Elizabeth's reign and portrays the lifestyle and scenarios of that era.
- Drama — The life and events surrounding Salathiel Pavy, a child of the Elizabethan chapel, are presented in a dramatic manner, as indicated by the grave pronouncement in the title.
- Poetry — Alice Meynell was a renowned poet, and the epitaph for Salathiel Pavy is rendered in verse form.
Tags
Poetry · Epigram · Obituary · History · Biography · Elizabethan Era · Queen Elizabeth I · Chapel · Religion · Spirituality · Mortality · Death
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An Epitaph on Salathiel Pavy, a Child of Queen Elizabeth's Chapel is listed on Textopian as an essay by Alice Meynell, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Historical, Drama, Poetry
- Length: 196 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Poems: SONNET (1903)
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