Love's Kiss by Helen Hay Whitney

Name: Love's Kiss
Author: Helen Hay Whitney

Love's Kiss is a collection of sonnets by Helen Hay Whitney, a poet and author from the late 19th century. The collection is a tribute to the power of love, and the beauty of its many forms. The sonnets explore the joys and sorrows of love, from the first kiss to the last goodbye. They celebrate the beauty of love in all its forms, from the passionate to the platonic. The collection is a timeless reminder of the power of love, and its ability to bring joy and sorrow in equal measure.

By Helen Hay Whitney · First published 1898 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Fiction · 172 words

First lines

Kiss me but once -- and in that space supreme My whole dark life shall quiver to an end, Sweet Death shall see my heart and comprehend That life is crowned -- and in an endless gleam Will fix the colour of the dying stream That Life and Death may meet as friend with friend An endless immortality to blend; Kiss me but once, and so shall end my dream.

And then Love heard me and bestowed his kiss, And straight I cried to Death: I will not die! Earth is so fair when one remembers this; Life is but just begun! Ah, come not yet! The very world smiles up to kiss the sky And in the grave one may forget -- forget.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Helen Hay Whitney
Date: 1898 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Poetry, Fiction
Length: 172 words
Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Romance — The title of the book, 'Some Verses: Sonnets: LOVE'S KISS', suggests that the book is about love and romance, as it includes the word 'love' and 'kiss' in the title.
Poetry — The title of the book includes the word 'sonnets', which suggests that the book is a collection of poems or sonnets.
Fiction — The book is likely a work of fiction, as it is written by Helen Hay Whitney.