Rosalynd's Madrigal by Alice Meynell
ROSALYND'S MADRIGAL is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, nature, and mortality, with Meynell's signature style of delicate imagery and precise language. The poems are characterized by their musicality and use of metaphor, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that invites the reader to slow down and appreciate the beauty of the world around them. Through her poetry, Meynell reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment, making ROSALYND'S MADRIGAL a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Historical · 327 words
First lines
LOVE in my bosom, like a bee,
Doth suck his sweet;
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Rosalynd's Madrigal is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Historical
- Length: 327 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — As Alice Meynell was a recognized poet and Rosalynd's Madrigal is a type of lyrical poem traditionally set to music, it is safe to assume the book fits within the poetry genre.
- Romance — Given that 'Madrigals' historically are often based romantic themes and emotions, this might also cater to romance genre.
- Historical — The title suggests a connection to historically-rooted forms of poetry, which could place the book into the historical genre.
Tags
poetry · love · nature · women · empowerment · feminism · romance · 19th century · British literature · classic · literary fiction · symbolism
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- Poems: SONNET -- MY HEART SHALL BE THY GARDEN (1903)
- Poems: SONNET -- THOUGHTS IN SEPARATION (1903)
- Poems: TO A POET (1903)
- Poems: SONG OF THE SPRING TO THE SUMMER: THE POET SINGS TO HER POET (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
- Poems: MEDITATION (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED DEAD -- A LAMENT (1903)
- Poems: SONNET (1903)
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