Serenade by Frederic Manning (1930)
Serenade is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of an Australian soldier's experiences during World War I. The book follows Private Bourne, who enlists in the army and is sent to fight on the Western Front. Through his eyes, we see the horrors of war and the psychological effects it has on soldiers. The novel is known for its realistic depiction of trench warfare and its exploration of themes such as courage, fear, and survival.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1930 · Genre: Poetry, Lyrical, Romantic · 156 words
First lines
Sleep, sleep, curtained round By dim-coloured tapestries, Wrought of dreams, nor let the sound Stir thee of my melodies.
May sleep come to thee as slow And as soft as falling snow!
Stars set in their spheres Presage for thee all delight; Sleep fall soft as tears Of the stars the dews of night; All fair things about thee keep, Music that doth mix with sleep.
Dreams come, shining things, Through the curtains of thy bed; Doves fly with soft wings Round thy golden, drowsy head: Sleep, dream, dreaming smile, Curtained from the world awhile.
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Serenade 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, Lyrical, Romantic, Symbolism
- Length: 156 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Lyrical — The work emphasizes musicality and emotion, typical of lyrical poetry.
- Romantic — Themes of dreams, nature, and beauty align with Romantic literary traditions.
- Symbolism — The use of imagery and symbols, such as stars and doves, suggests a symbolic interpretation.
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love · music · romance · poetry · art · emotion · relationships · nostalgia · beauty · longing · melancholy · introspection