Poems by Elinor Jenkins (1915)
Elinor Jenkins' Poems is a collection of poems that explore the beauty and complexity of the human experience. Through her words, Jenkins captures the joys and sorrows of life, the power of love, and the importance of friendship. Her poems are filled with vivid imagery and emotion, and her writing style is both lyrical and accessible. The collection is divided into four sections: Nature, Love, Friendship, and Reflection. In Nature, Jenkins celebrates the beauty of the natural world and the power of the elements. In Love, she explores the joys and sorrows of romantic relationships. In Friendship, she celebrates the power of friendship and the importance of being there for one another. In Reflection, she reflects on life and its many lessons. Throughout the collection, Jenkins' words are filled with hope and optimism. Her poems are a reminder that life is full of beauty and joy, even in the midst of pain and sorrow. Her words are a reminder that we are all connected, and that we can find strength and comfort in one another.
By Elinor Jenkins · First published 1915 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romance · 32 chapters · 6,997 words
First lines
We were bereft ere we were well aware Of all our precious fears, and had instead A hopeless safety, a secure despair.
We know that fate dealt kindly with our dead, Tenderer to that fair face we held so dear Than unto many another's best beloved.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Elinor Jenkins
- Date: 1915 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romance, Fantasy
- Length: 6,997 words
- Structure: 32 chapters, 134 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Poetry — The title of the book is 'Poems' by Elinor Jenkins, indicating that the book is a collection of poems.
- Literary Fiction — The book is likely to contain literary elements such as symbolism, imagery, and metaphor, as well as themes of human experience and emotion.
- Romance — The book may contain romantic themes, such as love, longing, and heartache.
- Fantasy — The book may contain elements of fantasy, such as magical creatures, mythical settings, and supernatural events.
Tags
1914-1918 · 1918 · Poetry · World War · br · dead · death · er · ever · eyes · face · fair
Contents
- "H. S. T." "Requiescat"
- "The Dead Comrade"
- "The Choice"
- "The House by the Highway"
- "Night in the Suburbs, August, 1914"
- "Autumn Wind"
- "The Battle of the Rivers"
- "A Legend of Ypres"
- "Ecce Homo!"
- "April Nights"
- "Rupert Brooke. April, 1915"
- "The Last Evening"
- "The Letter"
- "Frigga." ("Up to date")
- "Farewells a la Mode"
- "Sunset"
- "Sursum Corda"
- "Lying in State"
- "Wind-pedlars"
- "Dulce et Decorum?"
- "Succory"
- "Dreams Trespassing"
- "What shall be done with all these tears of ours?"
- "In Hereford Cathedral"
- "Poppyfields"
- "Artificial Light"
- "On a Child left Buried Abroad"
- "Veronica"
- "Moonlight"
- "Waking"
- "Feather Boats"
- "The Lovers' Walk"