The Great Breath
The Great Breath is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience. The book includes works such as "The Voice of the Earth," "The Call of the Wild," and "The Song of the Stars."
By George William Russell · First published 1932 · Genre: Poetry, Symbolism, Philosophical · 122 words
First lines
Its edges foamed with amethyst and rose, Withers once more the old blue flower of day: There where the ether like a diamond glows Its petals fade away.
A shadowy tumult stirs the dusky air; Sparkle the delicate dews, the distant snows; The great deep thrills for through it everywhere The breath of beauty blows.
I saw how all the trembling ages past, Moulded to her by deep and deeper breath, Neared to the hour when Beauty breathes her last And knows herself in death.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1932 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Symbolism, Philosophical, Mysticism
- Length: 122 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm, meter, and imagery.
- Symbolism — The use of symbolic language and imagery to convey deeper meanings about beauty and time.
- Philosophical — Explores abstract concepts such as beauty, time, and mortality.
- Mysticism — Incorporates mystical themes related to the transcendental and the ethereal.
Tags
spirituality · philosophy · nature · mysticism · self-discovery · consciousness · meditation · transcendence · inner peace · wisdom · enlightenment · imagination