Summer in England, 1914

Name: Summer in England, 1914
Author: Alice Meynell

A collection of poems that reflect on the beauty and tranquility of summer in England, while also touching on themes of love, loss, and mortality.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1914 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction · 275 words

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On London fell a clearer light;

Caressing pencils of the sun

Defined the distances, the white

Houses transfigured one by one,

Summer in England, 1914 is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1914 CE.

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Historical Fiction — The book is set in a specific historical period, England in 1914, the start of World War I. The events, characters, and settings are frequently influenced by the historical context.
Drama — The novel includes impactful events such as emotional conflicts, moral dilemmas, and societal problems that were relevant during the time the story was set.
Literary Fiction — Alice Meynell's work often focuses on in-depth character development and exploration of societal issues or personal experiences, making it fit into the Literary Fiction genre.
War Fiction — Given the time period, it is reasonable to believe it involves the impact of World War I, which had started in 1914, on English society and individuals.