Ordeal by George William Russell
"Ordeal" by George William Russell is a novel that follows the journey of a young man named John O'Neill as he navigates through life in Ireland during the early 20th century. The book explores themes of identity, religion, and politics, and offers a unique perspective on Irish history and culture.
By George William Russell · First published 1904 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual · 134 words
First lines
Love and pity are pleading with me this hour.
What is this voice that stays me forbidding to yield, / Offering beauty, love, and immortal power, / AEons away in some far-off heavenly field?
Though I obey thee, Immortal, my heart is sore.
Though love be withdrawn for love it bitterly grieves: / Pity withheld in the breast makes sorrow more.
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Ordeal is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1904 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Spiritual, Romantic, Mystical
- Length: 134 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on lyrical expression and emotional depth.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and the nature of love, pity, and immortality.
- Spiritual — The work delves into spiritual and metaphysical concepts, suggesting a connection to higher powers and realms.
- Romantic — The text addresses themes of love and emotional conflict, characteristic of romantic literature.
Tags
spirituality · self-discovery · philosophy · mysticism · inner conflict · transformation · existentialism · human experience · emotional struggle · personal growth · introspection · symbolism