Virtue by Alice Meynell (1903)

Name: Virtue
Author: Alice Meynell

VIRTUE by Alice Meynell is a collection of essays that explore the concept of virtue and its role in society. The book was first published in 1903 and has since become a classic work on the subject. Can you tell me more about what you would like to know about this book?

By Alice Meynell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Spiritual, Philosophical · 139 words

First lines

SWEET day, so cool, so calm, so bright,

The bridal of the earth and sky,

The dew shall weep thy fall to-night,

For thou must die.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1903 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Spiritual, Philosophical
Length: 139 words
Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell was a prolific poet, known for her contemplative verses and spiritually-inclined narratives. 'Virtue' likely falls into this genre due to Meynell's characteristic poetic approach.
Spiritual — Given the title and Meynell's history of incorporating spiritual themes into her works, 'Virtue' can be interpreted as a guided exploration of morals and spirituality.
Philosophical — The broad concept of 'Virtue' often invokes discussions on ethics and philosophy. Considering Meynell's known propensity for introspective and thoughtful verse, it's logical to classify 'Virtue' under this genre.