Death and Nature by Frederic Manning
Death and Nature is a novel by Frederic Manning that explores the themes of mortality and the natural world. The story follows a group of soldiers during World War I, as they navigate the horrors of trench warfare while also contemplating their place in the larger universe. Through vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters' inner thoughts, Manning creates a powerful meditation on life, death, and the human experience.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Philosophical · 172 words
First lines
When my poor bones are hearsed in quiet clay, And final sleep hath sealed my wondering eyes, The moon as now will sail through tranquil skies; The soft wind in the meadow-grasses play; And sacred Eve, with half-closed eyelids, dream; And Dawn, with rosy fingers, draw the veils Of silver from her shining face; and gales Sing loudly; and the rain from eaveshoots stream With bubbling music. Seek my soul in these; I am a part of them; and they will keep Perchance the music which I wrought with tears.
When the moon shines above the silent trees Your eyes shall see me; and when soft as sleep Come murmurs of the rain, ah, bend your ears!
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Death and Nature is listed on Textopian as a novel by Frederic Manning, dated 1924 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Philosophical, Elegy
- Length: 172 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm, meter, and imagery typical of poetry.
- Nature — The themes and imagery are heavily centered around natural elements such as the moon, wind, and rain.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes, contemplating life, death, and the connection between the soul and nature.
- Elegy — The work reflects on death and mourning, with a tone of lamentation and remembrance.
Tags
philosophy · mortality · nature · existentialism · human experience · life cycles · naturalism · spirituality · grief · transience · environment · contemplation