The Lamp of Life by Amy Lowell
The Lamp of Life by Amy Lowell is a collection of poems that explore the themes of life, death, and the human experience. The poems are written in a lyrical and introspective style, with a focus on the beauty and fragility of existence. The book is considered a classic of American poetry and is often praised for its emotional depth and poetic language.
By Amy Lowell · First published 1912 · Genre: Poetry, Feminist Literature, Imagist Poetry · 161 words
First lines
Always we are following a light, / Always the light recedes; with groping hands / We stretch toward this glory, while the lands / We journey through are hidden from our sight / Dim and mysterious, folded deep in night, / We care not, all our utmost need demands / Is but the light, the light! So still it stands / Surely our own if we exert our might.
Fool! Never can'st thou grasp this fleeting gleam, / Its glowing flame would die if it were caught, / Its value is that it doth always seem / But just a little farther on. Distraught, / But lighted ever onward, we are brought / Upon our way unknowing, in a dream.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Amy Lowell
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Feminist Literature, Imagist Poetry
- Length: 161 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Amy Lowell is primarily known for her contributions to the imagist school of poetry. 'The Lamp of Life' is a collection of her poems.
- Feminist Literature — Lowell was a key figure in the feminist movement. Much of her work, including 'The Lamp of Life', revolves around feminist themes.
- Imagist Poetry — Lowell was a primary figure in the imagist school of poetry. Her work, including 'The Lamp of Life', reflects this style which is characterized by clear, sharp imagery and concise language.
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poetry · spirituality · inspiration · motivation · self-help · personal growth · inner peace · mindfulness · meditation · nature · landscapes · sea