To Lucasta on Going to the Wars

Name: To Lucasta on Going to the Wars
Author: Alice Meynell

"To Lucasta on Going to the Wars" is a poem written by Alice Meynell in 1896. The poem is a love letter addressed to her husband, who is about to go to the wars. Meynell expresses her sadness and fear for his safety, while also acknowledging the importance of his duty as a soldier. She implores him to remember her and their love while he is away, and promises to wait patiently for his return. The poem is known for its beautiful language and poignant themes of love, war, and sacrifice.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1917 · Genre: Poetry, War Literature, Historical Literature · 97 words

First lines

TELL me not, Sweet, I am unkind,

That from the nunnery

Of thy chaste breast and quiet mind

To war and arms I fly.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1917 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, War Literature, Historical Literature, Romantic Literature
Length: 97 words
Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The original 'To Lucasta, Going to the Wars' is widely recognized as a poem, and Alice Meynell is known for her poetry, signaling that this work likely adheres to traditional poetic conventions and themes.
War Literature — The title 'To Lucasta, Going to The Wars' suggests themes of conflict and battle, which are central to the war literature genre.
Historical Literature — The original poem 'To Lucasta, Going to The Wars' was written in the 17th century. The genre of historical literature may be suggested if Meynell's work is also set in, or refers to, this period of history.
Romantic Literature — The original 'To Lucasta, Going to The Wars' is a romantic poem about duty and love. If this book shares similar themes, then the genre of romantic literature would be relevant.