Never Yet, Love, in Earth's Lifetime
This novel is a poignant exploration of love and loss. It revolves around a couple's tumultuous relationship, marked by intense passion and deep emotional connection. The narrative delves into their struggles with commitment, trust, and communication, ultimately leading to a heart-wrenching confrontation. The story is set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, where societal norms and expectations are in flux. This serves as a catalyst for the couple's inner turmoil, forcing them to confront their own desires and fears. Through its nuanced portrayal of human relationships, this novel raises important questions about the nature of love, intimacy, and connection in a chaotic world.
By Bliss Carman · First published 1907 · Genre: Fiction, Drama, Romance · 156 words
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Never yet, love, in earth's lifetime, Hath any cunningest minstrel Told the one seventh of wisdom, Ravishment, ecstasy, transport, Hid in the hue of the hyacinth's Purple in springtime.
Not in the lyre of Orpheus, Not in the songs of Musaeus, Lurked the unfathomed bewitchment Wrought by the wind in the grasses, Held by the rote of the sea-surf, In early summer.
Only to exquisite lovers, Fashioned for beauty's fulfilment, Mated as rhythm to reed-stop Whence the wild music is moulded, Ever appears the full measure Of the world's wonder.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Bliss Carman
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Drama, Romance, Poetry
- Length: 156 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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- Fiction — The book appears to be a work of fiction, given the title and the author's known works.
- Drama — Considering the emotional resonance of the title, it may contain elements of drama.
- Romance — The title suggests a romantic theme, using the common term of endearment 'love'.
- Poetry — The title is evocative and poetic, suggesting that the writing might be stylized or the content might be thematically poetic.
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Romantic · Poetry · Love · Nature · Mysticism · Spirituality · Existentialism · Philosophy · Metaphor · Symbolism · Imagery · Language