The Rainy Summer by Alice Meynell

Name: The Rainy Summer
Author: Alice Meynell

The Rainy Summer by Alice Meynell is a collection of poems that explore the themes of love, nature, and mortality. The book is known for its vivid imagery and emotional depth, with Meynell using the rainy summer as a metaphor for the passing of time and the fleeting nature of life. Please provide the next question or request.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1921 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Victorian Literature · 118 words

First lines

There's much afoot in heaven and earth this year;

The winds hunt up the sun, hunt up the moon,

Trouble the dubious dawn, hasten the drear

Height of a threatening noon.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1921 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Victorian Literature
Length: 118 words
Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell primarily wrote poetry throughout her career, using sophisticated language and profound themes, so it is safe to say this title would likely fall under the poetry genre.
Romanticism — 'THE RAINY SUMMER' might evoke themes of romanticism, which Meynell was known to incorporate in her works, hence this genre becomes highly relevant.
Victorian Literature — Meynell being a Victorian-era poet, having this genre listed also seems highly relevant.