The Faun by Frederic Manning (1923)
The Faun is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young man's journey through life and his search for meaning. The book follows the protagonist, who is known only as "the faun," as he navigates various relationships and experiences in his quest to find himself. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters who help shape his understanding of the world around him. Ultimately, the novel explores themes of identity, love, and self-discovery through the lens of one man's journey.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Pastoral, Classical · 104 words
First lines
Kore, O Kore, where art thou fled, / Now that the spring blows white in the land?
Shake out the honeyed locks o' thine head; / Plunder the lilies that lie to thine hand, / Glistering saffron loved of the bees / Murmuring in them, till shadows grow long / With dew-dropping silence under the trees, / Ere break the voluptuous thrillings of song / From the brown-throated sweet harbourers there / Raptured and grieving under the stars.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Pastoral, Classical, Romantic
- Length: 104 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on lyrical expression and imagery.
- Pastoral — The themes and imagery revolve around nature, spring, and rural life, typical of pastoral literature.
- Classical — References to mythological figures and classical themes are present, indicating a classical influence.
- Romantic — The emphasis on emotion, nature, and beauty aligns with Romantic literary themes.
Tags
mythology · nature · fantasy · spirituality · transformation · identity · existentialism · imagination · symbolism · adventure · self-discovery · folklore