The Enkindled Spring
The Enkindled Spring is a collection of poems by D.H. Lawrence, published in 1929. The poems explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Lawrence's writing is often described as lyrical and passionate, and his poems in this collection are no exception. The collection is divided into three sections: "The Enkindled Spring," "The Burning Summer," and "The Frosty Autumn." In the first section, Lawrence celebrates the beauty of spring and the joy of love. He also reflects on the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. In the second section, he explores the intensity of summer and the power of passion. In the third section, he reflects on the passing of time and the changing of the seasons. Throughout the collection, Lawrence's writing is full of vivid imagery and emotion. He captures the beauty of nature and the complexity of the human experience. The Enkindled Spring is a powerful and moving collection of poems that will leave readers inspired and moved.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Modernist Literature, Romance, Realism · 101 words
First lines
THIS spring as it comes bursts up in bonfires green,
Wild puffing of emerald trees, and flame-filled bushes,
Thorn-blossom lifting in wreaths of smoke between
Where the wood fumes up and the watery, flickering
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Modernist Literature, Romance, Realism, Fantasy, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 101 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Modernist Literature — The Enkindled Spring is a modernist work by D.H. Lawrence, a renowned modernist author. The novel is characterized by its exploration of themes such as the individual's search for identity and the struggle between the individual and society.
- Romance — The Enkindled Spring is a romantic novel, focusing on the relationship between the two main characters, Paul and Miriam. The novel follows their journey as they struggle to find love and acceptance in a hostile world.
- Realism — The Enkindled Spring is a realistic novel, depicting the struggles of everyday life in a realistic manner. Lawrence's writing style is characterized by its attention to detail and its focus on the mundane aspects of life.
- Fantasy — The Enkindled Spring contains elements of fantasy, as Lawrence uses symbolism and imagery to explore the inner lives of his characters. The novel also contains elements of the supernatural, as the characters are often visited by mysterious forces.
Tags
nature · spring · rebirth · transformation · life · growth · sensuality · emotion · spirituality · human experience · connection · beauty