To Daisies, Not to Shut so Soon

Name: To Daisies, Not to Shut so Soon
Author: Alice Meynell

"TO DAISIES, NOT TO SHUT SO SOON" is a collection of poems by Alice Meynell, first published in 1906. The poems explore themes of love, nature, and the passing of time. Meynell's use of imagery and metaphor creates vivid pictures of the natural world and the emotions it evokes. The collection also touches on the idea of mortality and the fleeting nature of life. Through her poems, Meynell invites readers to slow down and appreciate the beauty in the world around them, before it is too late.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1893 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Drama · 84 words

First lines

SHUT not so soon; the dull-eyed night

Hath not as yet begun

To make a seizure on the light,

Or to seal up the sun.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1893 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Nature, Drama, Romanticism
Length: 84 words
Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell is known for her intricate and emotional poetry. Her exploration of nature and emotions, as implied in the title, aligns with themes typically found in the poetry genre.
Nature — The title suggests an emphasis on nature, and particularly on flowers, likely indicating this as a key theme in the book.
Drama — Meynell's poetic works often contain dramatic elements, with emphasis on emotions and personal narratives. The request to the daisies 'not to shut so soon' could hint at dramatic themes in the text.
Romanticism — Meynell's focus on emotion and nature indicates possible influences of romanticism, a genre that values individual expression and the sublime power of nature.