The Crown by George William Russell
"The Crown" is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of spirituality and mysticism. The book includes works such as "The Voice of the Waters," "The Call of the Wild," and "The Song of the Stars."
By George William Russell · First published 1938 · Genre: Poetry, Symbolism, Philosophical · 82 words
First lines
I wore in joy a radiant star; Its rays flew forth into the night; It made them glad who watched afar, And filled their gloom with happy light.
Their eyes no more the light may win, And all the loves are changed to scorns.
The rays of light pierce deep within, The star is now my crown of thorns.
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The Crown is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1938 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1938 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Symbolism, Philosophical, Spiritual
- Length: 82 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 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.
- Symbolism — The use of symbols such as 'radiant star' and 'crown of thorns' suggests deeper meanings and themes.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential and introspective ideas about joy, perception, and transformation.
- Spiritual — The imagery and themes suggest a spiritual or mystical exploration of light and transformation.
Tags
Irish literature · poetry · symbolism · mythology · spirituality · nature · imagination · dreams · identity · philosophy · romanticism · modernism