To Bacchus by Alice Meynell (1908)

Name: To Bacchus
Author: Alice Meynell

The poem is an ode to Bacchus, the Greek god of wine and revelry, and it speaks of the intoxicating power of love and art. The speaker reflects on how these things can transport us to a world beyond the mundane routines of everyday life, and how they can bring us closer to the divine. The poem is written in a rich, imaginative style that is characteristic of Meynell's work, and it is full of vivid imagery and clever wordplay. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry · 64 words

First lines

GOD LYÆUS, ever young,

Ever honoured, ever sung;

Stained with blood of lusty grapes

In a thousand lusty shapes;

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry
Length: 64 words
Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell is widely recognized for her contributions to Victorian literature, particularly her poetical work. 'To Bacchus' is a poem, categorized under the broader genre of Poetry.