The Midnight Blossom
The Midnight Blossom 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 Song of the Stars," and "The Call of the Wild."
By George William Russell · First published 1923 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Spiritual Fiction, Fantasy · 1,878 words
First lines
"Arhans are born at midnight hour, together with the holy flower that opes and blossoms in darkness. " From an Eastern Scripture.
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The Midnight Blossom 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: Philosophical Fiction, Spiritual Fiction, Fantasy, Allegory, Literary Fiction
- Length: 1,878 words
- Structure: 1 section, 24 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — Explores deep philosophical themes such as the nature of happiness, the pursuit of enlightenment, and the contrast between material and spiritual life.
- Spiritual Fiction — Incorporates spiritual and mystical elements, referencing Eastern scriptures and the journey towards understanding Brahma.
- Fantasy — Contains fantastical elements like the holy blossom and mystical figures such as Varunna, blending reality with mythical aspects.
- Allegory — Uses symbolic characters and events to convey deeper moral and spiritual lessons about life and enlightenment.
Tags
poetry · Irish literature · symbolism · nature · spirituality · mythology · imagination · dreams · romanticism · mysticism · beauty · transcendence