
Wild with Weeping by Alice Meynell
"Wild with Weeping" is a collection of poems written by Alice Meynell in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The poems explore themes of love, loss, nature, and the human condition. Meynell's writing style is characterized by her use of imagery, symbolism, and a deep emotional resonance. The poems are often intense and personal, reflecting Meynell's own experiences and emotions. Overall, "Wild with Weeping" is a moving and thought-provoking collection that showcases Meynell's skill as a poet and her ability to capture the complexities of human emotion.
By Alice Meynell · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Literature, Feminism · 60 words
First lines
MY head is wild with weeping for a grief
Which is the shadow of a gentle mind.
I walk into the air (but no relief
To seek,-or haply, if I sought, to find;
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Wild with Weeping is listed on Textopian as a poem by Alice Meynell, dated 1902 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Alice Meynell
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literature, Feminism
- Length: 60 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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- Poetry — Alice Meynell is widely recognized as a poet, and 'Wild With Weeping' follows her trend of sophisticated literary works with effective rhythm and rhyme.
- Literature — The book reflects the author's extended reflections on themes, emotions, and experiences, common in literary works.
- Feminism — Many of Alice Meynell's works are rooted in feminist principles, reflecting on the role and experience of women in society.
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poetry · nature · wildness · weeping · emotion · longing · yearning · desire · love · loss · grief · sadness
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