The Hour of the King
The Hour of the King is a collection of poems by George William Russell that explores themes of spirituality and mysticism. The book includes works such as "The Divine Vision" and "The Voice of the Earth."
By George William Russell · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Fantasy, Mythology · 208 words
First lines
Who would think this quiet breather From the world had taken flight?
Yet within the form we see there Wakes the golden King to-night.
Out upon the face of faces He looked forth before his sleep: Now he knows the starry races Haunters of the ancient deep;
On the Bird of Diamond Glory Floats in mystic floods of song: As he lists Time's triple story Seems but as a day is long.
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The Hour of the King is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1923 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Fantasy, Mythology, Philosophical
- Length: 208 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetic works.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes elements of mysticism and otherworldly themes, such as the 'golden King' and 'starry races,' typical of fantasy.
- Mythology — References to 'Adam,' 'seraph's sword of flame,' and 'lost paradise' suggest mythological influences.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes and the nature of time and identity, common in philosophical literature.
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fantasy · mythology · allegory · adventure · heroism · magic · epic · narrative · spirituality · transformation · conflict · identity