Fairies by Alice Meynell (1890)

Name: Fairies
Author: Alice Meynell

"FAIRIES is a collection of poems that explore the world of fairies and their magical realm. Meynell's writing is rich and imaginative, transporting readers to a place of wonder and enchantment. The poems are filled with vivid descriptions of nature and the supernatural, creating a sense of otherworldliness that is both captivating and unsettling. Through her use of language and imagery, Meynell invites readers to enter a realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and the impossible becomes possible."

By Alice Meynell · First published 1890 · Genre: Fantasy, Children's Literature, Folklore · 74 words

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COME unto these yellow sands,

And then take hands:

Courtsied when you have, and kissed,

The wild waves whist,

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1890 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Children's Literature, Folklore
Length: 74 words
Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs

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Fantasy — The book title 'FAIRIES' implies the story involves mythical or supernatural characters, which usually falls under the Fantasy genre.
Children's Literature — Fairies are commonly used in Children's Literature to present magical worlds and tales, therefore this genre could be relevant.
Folklore — Fairies have a long history in folklore of many cultures so it could likely associate with this genre.