Wells by Alice Meynell (1903)

Name: Wells
Author: Alice Meynell

"WELLS is a novel by Alice Meynell, first published in 1903. The story follows the life of Wells, a young man who inherits a large fortune from his wealthy uncle. However, Wells' newfound wealth and freedom lead him down a path of self-destruction, as he becomes increasingly obsessed with his own desires and loses sight of what truly matters in life."

By Alice Meynell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Christian Literature, Victorian Literature · 1,456 words

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The world at present is inclined to make sorry mysteries or unattractive secrets of the methods and supplies of the fresh and perennial means of life. A very dull secret is made of water, for example, and the plumber sets his seal upon the floods whereby we live. They are covered, they are carried, they are hushed, from the spring to the tap; and when their voices are released at last in the London scullery, why, it can hardly be said that the song is eloquent of the natural source of waters, whether earthly or heavenly. There is not one of the circumstances of this capture of streams -- the company, the water-rate, and the rest -- that is not a sign of the ill-luck of modern devices in regard to style. For style implies a candour and simplicity of means, an action, a gesture, as it were, in the doing of small things; it is the ignorance of secret ways; whereas the finish of modern life and its neatness seem to be secured by a system of little shufflings and surprises.

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Work type: Essay
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1903 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Christian Literature, Victorian Literature
Length: 1,456 words
Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell is best known for her works in poetry, and 'Wells' showcases this poetic style.
Christian Literature — Meynell's strong Catholic beliefs often influence the themes and ideas in her works, including 'Wells'.
Victorian Literature — Alice Meynell was a prominent figure during the Victorian Era of literature, and her book 'Wells' reflects the writing style common in that period.