The Faces of Memory
The Faces of Memory is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of memory, nostalgia, and the passage of time. The book includes several well-known works such as "The Lake Isle of Innisfree" and "Byzantium."
By George William Russell · First published 1932 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Historical · 179 words
First lines
Dream faces bloom around your face Like flowers upon one stem; The heart of many a vanished race Sighs as I look on them.
The sun rich face of Egypt glows, The eyes of Eire brood, With whom the golden Cyprian shows In lovely sisterhood.
Your tree put forth these phantom flowers In ages past away: They had the love in other hours I give to you to-day.
One light their eyes have, as may shine One star on many a sea, They look that tender love on mine That lights your glance on me.
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The Faces of Memory is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1932 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1932 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Historical, Fantasy
- Length: 179 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Similar titles
- The Strange Music by G. K. Chesterton
- Memory by Gelett Burgess
- Memory by Charles Lamb
- Alter Ego by George William Russell
- Reminder by D. H. Lawrence
- But I Prefer Dreaming by Jorge Luis Borges
Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes of love and affection are central, as expressed through the intimate and emotional language.
- Historical — References to ancient cultures and races suggest a connection to historical themes.
- Fantasy — The presence of dream-like and phantom imagery implies elements of fantasy.
Tags
memory · identity · nostalgia · perception · imagination · self-discovery · experience · reflection · emotion · time · consciousness · literary