The Joy of Earth
The Joy of Earth is a collection of poems by George William Russell that celebrate the beauty and wonder of nature. The book explores themes of spirituality, mysticism, and the interconnectedness of all living things. It includes some of Russell's most famous works, such as "The Breath of Life" and "The Call of the Wild."
By George William Russell · First published 1926 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Spiritual · 155 words
First lines
Oh, the sudden wings arising from the ploughed fields brown Showered aloft in spray of song the wildbird twitter floats O'er the unseen fount awhile, and then comes dropping down Nigh the cool brown earth to hush enraptured notes.
Far within a dome of trembling opal throbs the fire, Mistily its rain of diamond lances shed below Touches eyes and brows and faces lit with wild desire For the burning silence whither we would go.
Heart, O heart, once more it is the ancient joy of earth Breathes in thee and flings the wild wings sunward to the dome To the light where all the Children of the Fire had birth Though our hearts and footsteps wander far from home.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1926 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Spiritual, Romanticism
- Length: 155 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Nature — The themes and imagery are centered around natural elements such as fields, birds, and the earth.
- Spiritual — The text explores themes of ancient joy and spiritual longing, suggesting a connection to a higher realm.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on emotion, nature, and the sublime aligns with Romantic literary traditions.
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nature · spirituality · philosophy · beauty · earth · environment · transcendence · imagination · poetry · wisdom · humanity · connection