
The Marriage of True Minds by Alice Meynell
The poem "THE MARRIAGE OF TRUE MINDS" (IN THE BACH-GOUNOD "AVE MARIA") by Alice Meynell is a beautiful expression of the union between two souls. It explores the idea that true minds are those that are in harmony with each other, and that this harmony can bring about a sense of peace and understanding. The poem uses imagery and symbolism to convey its message, creating a powerful and moving work of literature.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1893 · Genre: Poetry, Classical Literature, Romance · 168 words
First lines
That seeking Prelude found its unforetold
Unguessed intention, trend;
Though needing no fulfilment, did enfold
This exquisite end.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Classical Literature, Romance, Religious Literature
- Length: 168 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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- Poetry — Alice Meynell is widely known to be a poetess and her book, 'The Marriage Of True Minds' (In The Bach-Gounod 'Ave Maria'), is a collection of her poems.
- Classical Literature — Alice Meynell, an English writer, falls into the era of Classic Literature. Her poems are said to be timeless, thus falling into this category.
- Romance — The title of this collection, 'The Marriage Of True Minds', suggests themes of love and partnership, which can be associated with the Romance genre.
- Religious Literature — The mention of 'Ave Maria', a well-known Christian hymn, in the book's title suggests that the poems may contain religious themes, thus justifying its inclusion in the Religious Literature genre.
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Romantic literature · Poetry · Classical music · Religion and spirituality · Marriage · True love · Minds · Intellectualism · Cultural reference · Historical context · Aestheticism · Symbolism
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