The Gates of Dreamland
The Gates of Dreamland is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of dreams, imagination, and the supernatural. The book includes works such as "The Voice of the Waves," "The Song of the Happy Shepherd," and "The Call of the Wild."
By George William Russell · First published 1903 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Mythology · 308 words
First lines
It's a lonely road through bogland to the lake at Carrowmore, And a sleeper there lies dreaming where the water laps the shore; Though the moth-wings of the twilight in their purples are unfurled, Yet his sleep is filled with music by the masters of the world.
There's a hand is white as silver that is fondling with his hair: There are glimmering feet of sunshine that are dancing by him there: And half-open lips of faery that were dyed a faery red In their revels where the Hazel Tree its holy clusters shed.
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The Gates of Dreamland 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: Fantasy, Poetry, Mythology, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 308 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The text features elements of faery, enchantment, and mythical lands, which are central to fantasy.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and rhythmic, characteristic of poetry.
- Mythology — References to mythical elements like faery and the Land of Youth suggest a connection to mythology.
- Romance — Themes of love and beauty are present, as indicated by the allure of the faery and the tender heart.
Tags
fantasy · dreams · imagination · mythology · spirituality · adventure · escapism · symbolism · nature · mysticism · poetry · surrealism