Illusion by George William Russell
"Illusion" is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of spirituality and mysticism. The book includes works such as "The Divine Vision," "The Voice of the Earth," and "The Call of the Wild."
By George William Russell · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Mysticism, Romanticism · 109 words
First lines
What is the love of shadowy lips That know not what they seek or press, From whom the lure for ever slips And fails their phantom tenderness?
The mystery and light of eyes That near to mine grow dim and cold; They move afar in ancient skies Mid flame and mystic darkness rolled.
O, beauty, as thy heart o'erflows In tender yielding unto me, A vast desire awakes and grows Unto forgetfulness of thee.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Mysticism, Romanticism, Philosophical
- Length: 109 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 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, meter, and evocative language.
- Mysticism — Themes of mystery, ancient skies, and mystic darkness suggest a mystical exploration of beauty and desire.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on beauty, desire, and emotional depth aligns with Romantic literary themes.
- Philosophical — The exploration of abstract concepts such as desire, beauty, and forgetfulness indicates a philosophical inquiry.
Tags
philosophy · spirituality · metaphysics · imagination · reality · illusion · self-discovery · existentialism · symbolism · dreams · consciousness · transcendence