Decivilised by Alice Meynell (1902)
"Decivilized" is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in the early 20th century. The poems explore themes of love, nature, and the decline of civilization. Meynell's use of imagery and symbolism creates a sense of longing and melancholy, as she reflects on the passing of time and the loss of innocence. Through her poetry, Meynell critiques the societal norms and values of her time, while also expressing a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. The poems are written in a lyrical and introspective style, making them both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1902 · Genre: Literary Criticism, Sociology, Philosophy · 1,081 words
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The difficulty of dealing -- in the course of any critical duty -- with decivilised man lies in this: when you accuse him of vulgarity -- sparing him no doubt the word -- he defends himself against the charge of barbarism. Especially from new soil -- transatlantic, colonial -- he faces you, bronzed, with a half conviction of savagery, partly persuaded of his own youthfulness of race. He writes, and recites, poems about ranches and canyons; they are designed to betray the recklessness of his nature and to reveal the good that lurks in the lawless ways of a young society.
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Genres
- Literary Criticism — The book critiques the state of civilization and culture, focusing on the themes of vulgarity and the decline of artistic integrity.
- Sociology — It examines societal behaviors and the impact of colonialism on cultural identity and artistic expression.
- Philosophy — The text explores philosophical questions about civilization, culture, and the nature of art and literature.
- Cultural Studies — It analyzes the cultural implications of being 'decivilised' and the relationship between art and society.
Tags
Literary Fiction · Modernism · Poetic Prose · Feminist Literature · Gender Studies · Social Commentary · Philosophical Inquiry · Psychological Insight · Mental Health · Identity Politics · Postmodernism · Experimental Fiction
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Criticism, Sociology, Philosophy, Cultural Studies, Essays
- Length: 1,081 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
- Poems: MEDITATION (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED DEAD -- A LAMENT (1903)
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