The Everlasting Battle
The Everlasting Battle is a novel by George William Russell that explores the themes of love and war. The story follows two lovers who are separated during World War I and their struggle to find each other again. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges that test their resolve and strengthen their bond. The book is a powerful reminder of the enduring power of love in the face of adversity.
By George William Russell · First published 1905 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Mythology · 183 words
First lines
When in my shadowy hours I pierce the hidden heart of hopes and fears, They change into immortal joys or end in immemorial tears.
Moytura's battle still endures and in this human heart of mine The golden sun powers with the might of demon darkness intertwine.
I think that every teardrop shed still flows from Balor's eye of doom, And gazing on his ageless grief my heart is filled with ageless gloom: I close my ever-weary eyes and in my bitter spirit brood And am at one in vast despair with all the demon multitude.
What this Textopian page supports
The Everlasting Battle is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1905 CE.
This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.
- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Mythology, Philosophical, Psychological
- Length: 183 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
Good citation fit
- Work identity for The Everlasting Battle by George William Russell
- Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
- Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
- Readability and classroom-planning context
- Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph
Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering The Everlasting Battle?
- How does this poem by George William Russell fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
- Where does Fantasy first become important in the reading?
Similar titles
- The Dream by George William Russell
- Illusion by George William Russell
- The Dawn Of Darkness by George William Russell
- The Story Of A Star by George William Russell
- The Great Breath by George William Russell
- Day by George William Russell
Genres
- Fantasy — The text references mythological elements such as Moytura's battle, Balor, and Dana's race, indicating a fantasy setting.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and structured in verse, characteristic of poetry.
- Mythology — The narrative incorporates mythological themes and characters from Irish mythology.
- Philosophical — The text explores deep themes of hope, despair, and immortality, suggesting a philosophical undertone.
Tags
philosophy · spirituality · mythology · existentialism · human condition · nature · conflict · inner struggle · transcendence · wisdom · imagination · symbolism