Beauty by George William Russell
The book Beauty by George William Russell explores the concept of beauty and its various forms in nature, art, and human life. It delves into the philosophical and spiritual aspects of beauty and how it affects our perception of reality. The author argues that beauty is not just a superficial quality but an essential aspect of existence that has the power to transform and uplift us.
By George William Russell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Spiritual, Romantic · 165 words
First lines
My spirit would have beauty to build its magic art Come hither, star of evening, and dwell within my heart Oh, twilight, fall in pearl dew, each healing drop may bring Some image of the song the Quiet seems to sing.
My spirit would have beauty to offer at the shrine, And turn dull earth to gold and water into wine, And burn in fiery dreams each thought till thrice refined It may have power to mirror the mighty Master's mind.
My spirit would have beauty to draw thee nigh, my bird.
I seek the lips that spake thee, sung thee, a starry word.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Spiritual, Romantic, Philosophical
- Length: 165 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter to convey its themes.
- Spiritual — The text explores themes of transcendence, beauty, and the divine, seeking a connection with higher powers.
- Romantic — The language and imagery evoke a sense of longing and idealization, characteristic of romantic literature.
- Philosophical — The work reflects on abstract concepts such as beauty and the nature of the spirit, indicative of philosophical inquiry.
Tags
aesthetics · philosophy · nature · art · spirituality · imagination · symbolism · mythology · transcendence · beauty · creativity · inspiration