West Wind in Winter by Alice Meynell

Name: West Wind in Winter
Author: Alice Meynell

"West Wind in Winter" is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of nature, love, and mortality, with Meynell's signature lyrical style. The poems are meditative and introspective, inviting the reader to contemplate the passing of time and the fleeting nature of life. Through her use of imagery and metaphor, Meynell creates a sense of melancholy and longing, while also celebrating the beauty of the natural world. Overall, "West Wind in Winter" is a thought-provoking and moving collection that showcases Meynell's mastery of poetry.

By Alice Meynell · First published 1917 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Writing, Feminist Literature · 206 words

First lines

Another day awakes. And who --

Changing the world -- is this?

He comes at whiles, the winter through,

West Wind! I would not miss

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Work type: Poem
Author: Alice Meynell
Date: 1917 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Nature Writing, Feminist Literature
Length: 206 words
Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — Alice Meynell is a well-known English poet and essayist. The 'West Wind in Winter' is a collection of her poems with heavy focus on nature and natural elements such as wind and winter, which is a characteristic element of the Poetry genre.
Nature Writing — The title itself refers to a natural occurrence, and Meynell's writing is often infused with descriptions and imagery of nature. The way she personifies and describes the west wind in winter places this book in the nature writing genre as well.
Feminist Literature — Alice Meynell was not just a poet but also a suffragist. Her views and sentiments about women's issues and rights seen in her other works also find place in this book, categorizing it under Feminist Literature.