To the Morning by Alice Meynell
"TO THE MORNING" is a poem written by Alice Meynell in 1903. The poem reflects on the passing of time and the beauty of nature, particularly in the early morning hours. Meynell uses imagery and symbolism to convey the idea that even as the world around us changes, there are moments of timelessness and tranquility to be found. The poem is known for its lyrical language and meditative tone, inviting readers to slow down and appreciate the beauty in their surroundings.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1901 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Literature, Spirituality · 678 words
First lines
"Satisfaction for Sleep"
WHAT succour can I hope the Muse will send,
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To the Morning is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1901 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1901 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature Literature, Spirituality, Victorian Literature
- Length: 678 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The book is a collection of poems, focusing on themes of nature, time, and spiritual contemplation.
- Nature Literature — Alice Meynell's body of work in this book extensively explores the theme of nature.
- Spirituality — The poems in the book often reference to a deeper spiritual meaning, invoking thoughts on mortality and existence.
- Victorian Literature — The book reflects the Victorian era and follows the literary style prominent during that period.
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poetry · nature · women · voice · emotions · inner · thoughts · personal · reflection · introspection · self-discovery · inner-life
More by Alice Meynell
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- Poems: SONNET -- THOUGHTS IN SEPARATION (1903)
- Poems: TO A POET (1903)
- Poems: SONG OF THE SPRING TO THE SUMMER: THE POET SINGS TO HER POET (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED (1903)
- Poems: MEDITATION (1903)
- Poems: TO THE BELOVED DEAD -- A LAMENT (1903)
- Poems: SONNET (1903)
- All works by Alice Meynell