Love from Afar
Love from Afar is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of love, nature, and spirituality. The book includes works such as "The Voice of the Waves," "The Call of the Wild," and "The Song of the Earth."
By George William Russell · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Spiritual · 79 words
First lines
A burning fire rose up within me, You were away long miles apart; You could not wait the day to win me, But came a lightning to my heart.
I call into that flaming centre "Spirit, I love you. " Far away Fades from the paradise I enter The dim unreal land of day.
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Love from Afar 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, Romance, Spiritual, Fantasy
- Length: 79 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery.
- Romance — The theme revolves around love and emotional connection despite physical distance.
- Spiritual — The narrative includes elements of spiritual awakening and transcendence.
- Fantasy — The imagery and metaphors suggest a departure from reality into a more fantastical realm.
Tags
romance · poetry · love · longing · spirituality · nature · philosophy · emotion · introspection · beauty · yearning · connection