In Connemara
In Connemara, by George William Russell, is a collection of poems that celebrate the beauty and mysticism of the Irish landscape. The book includes works such as "The Lake Isle of Innisfree" and "The Wild Swans at Coole," which are considered some of the most important pieces in modern Irish poetry.
By George William Russell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Pastoral · 96 words
First lines
With eyes all untroubled she laughs as she passes, Bending beneath the creel with the seaweed brown, Till evening with pearl-dew dims the shining grasses And night lit with dreamlight enfolds the sleepy town.
Then she will wander, her heart all a laughter, Tracking the dream star that lights the purple gloom.
She follows the proud and golden races after, As high as theirs her spirit, as high will be her doom.
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In Connemara is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Pastoral
- Length: 96 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 and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Romanticism — The themes of nature, dreams, and individual spirit align with Romantic literary traditions.
- Pastoral — The depiction of rural life and natural landscapes suggests a pastoral genre influence.
Tags
Ireland · Connemara · landscape · nature · poetry · mythology · spirituality · impressionism · rural life · folklore · art · culture