Length of Days to the Early Dead in Battle

Name: Length of Days to the Early Dead in Battle
Author: Alice Meynell

"Length of Days to the Early Dead" is a collection of poems that explore the themes of mortality, aging, and the passing of time. The poems are written in a lyrical and contemplative style, with a focus on the beauty of the natural world and the fleeting nature of human existence. Meynell's use of imagery and metaphor creates a sense of melancholy and introspection, as she reflects on the passage of time and the inevitability of death. Overall, the collection is a thought-provoking and moving meditation on the human experience, and the transience of life.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, War Literature, Historical · 270 words

First lines

There is no length of days

But yours, boys who were children once.

Of old

The Past beset you in your childish ways,

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, War Literature, Historical, Tragedy, Mortality Literature
Length: 270 words
Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The work of Alice Meynell often falls under the poetry genre, as this work also indicates. The title suggests it is dealing with somber themes in a poetic, reflective manner.
War Literature — The title implies a focus on those who die early in battle, which is a common theme in war literature.
Historical — The topic of war and early death suggests a potential historical context, as this is a common theme in historical literature.
Tragedy — The title suggests a tragic theme, as it deals with early death, which is a key feature of tragic works.