Laura by Alice Meynell (1893)

Name: Laura
Author: Alice Meynell

"LAURA" is a novella written by Alice Meynell in 1903. The story follows the life of Laura, a young woman who is struggling to come to terms with her own identity and purpose in life. Through a series of vivid dreams and encounters with various characters, Laura grapples with the idea of her own mortality and the fleeting nature of human existence. As she navigates this existential crisis, Laura begins to question the values and beliefs that have guided her up until now, leading her towards a profound realization about the true nature of reality.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1893 · Genre: Romance, Women's Fiction, Tragedy · 101 words

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ROSE-CHEEKED Laura, come;

Sing thou smoothly with thy beauty's

Silent music, either other

Sweetly gracing.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1893 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Women's Fiction, Tragedy, Historical, Drama
Length: 101 words
Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs

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Romance — As the core plot and characterization revolve around the tumultuous romantic and personal life of Laura, it aligns with the Romance genre.
Women's Fiction — This book explores the life and experiences of a woman, Laura, making it relevant to Women’s Fiction.
Tragedy — This book narrates the tragic experiences and difficulties faced by Laura throughout her life, aligning it with the Tragedy genre.
Historical — As the book is set in a historical context and vividly portrays life during that period, it belongs to the Historical genre.