Light by Frederic Manning (1930)
"Light" is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young soldier's experiences during World War I. The book follows Private Hervey, an Australian soldier who enlists in the British Army and is sent to fight on the Western Front. Through his eyes, we see the horrors of trench warfare, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the psychological toll that combat takes on those who experience it. The novel is notable for its realistic depiction of battle and its exploration of the human cost of war.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1930 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Romantic · 62 words
First lines
Hills that are bleak and bare Lit by the light of noon, Grow like a vision rare In radiance of the moon.
So have I seen thy face, Beautiful ever, lit By some informing grace Which all transfigured it.
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Light is listed on Textopian as a poem by Frederic Manning, dated 1930 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1930 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Romantic
- Length: 62 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on imagery and rhythm, characteristic of poetry.
- Lyric — The work expresses personal emotions and thoughts, typical of lyric poetry.
- Romantic — The themes of beauty and transformation align with Romantic literary traditions.
Tags
philosophy · existentialism · spirituality · self-discovery · enlightenment · human experience · inner journey · consciousness · metaphysics · introspection · wisdom · transcendence