The Return to Nature

Name: The Return to Nature
Author: Alice Meynell

In this collection of essays, Alice Meynell explores the idea of a return to nature and its potential to transform human life. She argues that modern society has become disconnected from the natural world, leading to feelings of alienation and dissatisfaction. By embracing nature, individuals can find a sense of peace and fulfillment that is lacking in their urban lives. Meynell's writing is both poetic and philosophical, offering a thought-provoking examination of the human relationship with nature.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1893 · Genre: Non-Fiction, Philosophy, Environmental Science & Ecology · 153 words

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"Histories of Modern Poetry"

(I) PROMETHEUS

It was the south: mid-everything,

Mid-land, mid-summer, noon;

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The Return to Nature is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1893 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1893 CE
Language: English
Genres: Non-Fiction, Philosophy, Environmental Science & Ecology, Literary Criticism
Length: 153 words
Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Non-Fiction — Alice Meynell's 'The Return to Nature' discusses the ways in which humans can reconnect with the natural world. This aligns the book with non-fiction genre.
Philosophy — The book delves into the philosophical aspects of human's relation with nature, making it appropriate to classify under Philosophy.
Environmental Science & Ecology — Meynell's work discusses interactions with the environment and stimulates thought about ecology. Hence, it is related to Environmental Science & Ecology.
Literary Criticism — The book evaluates perspectives on nature, as represented in literature and culture, nominating it for inclusion to Literary Criticism genre.