The Definition of Love
Love is a multifaceted concept that has been explored in literature for centuries. From romantic love to familial love, it can bring joy and suffering. How do you define love?
By Alice Meynell · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction · 277 words
First lines
MY love is of a birth as rare
As 'tis, for object, strange and high;
It was begotten by despair
Upon impossibility.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction, Philosophy
- Length: 277 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Alice Meynell is primarily known as a poet. The book is a collection of her poems, focusing on the nuances and complexities of love.
- Romance — Considering that the central theme of the book revolves around love, it falls under the category of romance.
- Literary Fiction — Given Alice Meynell's reputation for her complex and eloquent literary style, this work can be classified as literary fiction.
- Philosophy — The book explores profound philosophical ideas and thoughts about love and human emotions, making it fall under the genre of philosophy.
Tags
Romance · Love Story · Poetry · Classic Literature · Victorian Era · Women Writers · Relationships · Emotions · Philosophy · Self-Discovery · Feminist Literature · Empowerment
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- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
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