Eros Glittering by Frederic Manning
Eros Glittering is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young man's experiences during World War I. The book follows the protagonist, Private Bourne, as he navigates the horrors and absurdities of trench warfare on the Western Front. Through his eyes, we see the brutality of combat, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the psychological toll that war takes on those who fight it. The novel is notable for its realistic depiction of battlefield conditions and its exploration of the human experience in wartime.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1928 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 227 words
First lines
Love is born as the day over the floods, rising in tides of light, Quenching glitter of stars, gloom of the woods, flowing into the night.
Out of delicate dreams, out of a sleep, Love awakens, his eyes Filled with marvellous light as from the deep wells in the wakened skies.
Glad is he of the earth, glad of the gems morning strews on the lawn, Trembling on every flower bright diadems: Love, Love too is a dawn!
Ah! but not with a peace, not with a light, cometh he always down Like a swallow in swift beautiful flight! Nay, as swimmers who drown Those who strive with his strength: even as fire fallen out of the skies, Even as lightning hurled, so his desire, bright, and blending the eyes.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Literary
- Length: 227 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 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 and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love, its awakening, and its powerful impact, aligning with romantic themes.
- Philosophical — The exploration of love's nature and its effects suggests a deeper philosophical inquiry into human emotions.
- Literary — The sophisticated language and metaphorical style indicate a focus on literary quality and artistic expression.
Tags
love · desire · romance · poetry · human experience · emotion · intimacy · relationships · art · beauty · existentialism · passion