Deaths and Entrances by Dylan Thomas
The narrative revolves around the protagonist's return to his hometown after a long absence, where he encounters various characters from his past and present life. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships. It is written in a lyrical and poetic style that reflects the author's unique voice and perspective.
By Dylan Thomas · First published 1946 · Genre: Poetry, Modernist, Elegy · 327 words
First lines
On almost the incendiary eve / Of several near deaths, / When one at the great least of your best loved / And always known must leave
Lions and fires of his flying breath, / Of your immortal friends / Who'd raise the organs of the counted dust / To shoot and sing your praise, / One who called deepest down shall hold his peace
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Deaths and Entrances is listed on Textopian as a play by Dylan Thomas, dated 1946 CE.
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Dylan Thomas
- Date: 1946 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Modernist, Elegy, Surrealism, War Poetry
- Length: 327 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse, utilizing poetic devices such as imagery, metaphor, and rhythm.
- Modernist — The themes and style reflect modernist concerns with fragmentation, existentialism, and complex symbolism.
- Elegy — The poem deals with themes of death and mourning, characteristic of elegiac poetry.
- Surrealism — The imagery and language are often dreamlike and surreal, creating a sense of disorientation.
Tags
Poetry · Autobiographical · Biographical · Memoir · Autofiction · Literary Fiction · Wales · Welsh Literature · Modernism · Stream-of-Consciousness · Experimental · Symbolic