The Laws of Verse by Alice Meynell
THE LAWS OF VERSE by Alice Meynell is a collection of poems that explore the art of versification and the beauty of language. The book is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different aspect of poetry: "The First Law," "The Second Law," "The Third Law," and "The Fourth Law." Meynell's writing is characterized by her use of imagery, symbolism, and allusion. She draws upon a wide range of sources, including mythology, history, and literature, to create poems that are both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Some notable poems in the collection include "The First Law," which explores the idea of form and structure in poetry; "The Second Law," which delves into the concept of rhythm and meter; "The Third Law," which examines the role of language and meaning in poetry; and "The Fourth Law," which looks at the relationship between poetry and emotion. Overall, THE LAWS OF VERSE is a thought-provoking and beautifully crafted collection of poems that showcases Meynell's mastery of the art form.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1891 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Criticism, Education · 82 words
First lines
Dear laws, come to my breast!
Take all my frame, and make your close arms meet
Around me; and so ruled, so warmed, so pressed,
I breathe, aware; I feel my wild heart beat.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Criticism, Education
- Length: 82 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
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- Poetry — The title 'The Laws of Verse' suggests that the book discusses the principles and conventions associated with verse or poetic works.
- Literary Criticism — The Laws of Verse' could also contain an analysis and discussion of poetic works and their structure, suggesting that literary criticism is a relevant genre.
- Education — The title suggests that the book could be used as a resource for those studying or learning about poetic structure and principles, making Education a relevant genre.
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Poetry · Literary Criticism · Verse Forms · Rhyme and Meter · Creative Writing · Poetic Techniques · Language and Style · Classical Poetry · Modernist Poetry · Feminist Literature · Gender Studies · Critical Theory
More by Alice Meynell
- 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)
- All works by Alice Meynell