Cradle-Song at Twilight

Name: Cradle-Song at Twilight
Author: Alice Meynell

CRADLE-SONG AT TWILIGHT by Alice Meynell is a poetry collection that explores themes of love, nature, and the passing of time. The poems are written in a lyrical and evocative style, with a focus on the beauty of the natural world and the human experience. What do you think is the main theme of this book?

By Alice Meynell · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Victorian Literature · 53 words

First lines

The child not yet is lulled to rest.

Too young a nurse, the slender Night

So laxly hold him to her breast

That throbs with flight.

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Cradle-Song at Twilight is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1902 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1902 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Victorian Literature
Length: 53 words
Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Poetry — The book is a collection of poetic works by Alice Meynell.
Romantic — The poems explore themes of love and emotions, common in romantic literature.
Victorian Literature — Alice Meynell is a noted figure from the Victorian era, and her writing style and themes resonate with typical Victorian literature.