Chimes by Alice Meynell (1903)
CHIMES, written by Alice Meynell, is a beautifully crafted collection of poems that explore the themes of love, nature, and the passing of time. The book is known for its delicate imagery and evocative language, which creates a sense of longing and nostalgia in the reader. Can you tell me more about what you would like to know about this book?
By Alice Meynell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Literature, Spirituality · 80 words
First lines
Brief, on a flying night,
From the shaken tower,
A flock of bells take flight.
And go with the hour.
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Chimes is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literature, Spirituality, Historical
- Length: 80 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — Alice Meynell is recognized primarily as a poet. 'CHIMES' features her typical lyric poetry and explores themes of spirituality, nature, and human experience
- Literature — As a notable work from the Victorian era, 'CHIMES' exhibits many of the literary qualities of classic literature such as depth in character exploration and intricate plot threads.
- Spirituality — Many of Meynell's poetry, including 'CHIMES', are known to delve into themes of spirituality and faith, making this genre appropriate.
- Historical — The poetry and themes in 'CHIMES' are representative of the Victorian era, offering a glimpse into that period of history.
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poetry · women · authors · British · modernism · symbolism · nature · imagery · emotions · inner life · personal growth · self-discovery
More by Alice Meynell
- Poems: SONNET -- MY HEART SHALL BE THY GARDEN (1903)
- Poems: SONNET -- THOUGHTS IN SEPARATION (1903)
- Poems: TO A POET (1903)
- Poems: SONG OF THE SPRING TO THE SUMMER: THE POET SINGS TO HER POET (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
- Poems: MEDITATION (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED DEAD -- A LAMENT (1903)
- Poems: SONNET (1903)
- All works by Alice Meynell