Love in a Look (Lyrics, Dramatic and Personal)
The collection explores the complexities of love through various forms of expression, including lyrics, drama, and personal narratives. It delves into themes of romance, heartbreak, and self-discovery, often using symbolism and metaphor to convey emotions. The work is characterized by its lyrical prose and poetic language, which adds depth and nuance to the exploration of love in all its forms.
By Henry Van Dyke · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Lyric · 151 words
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First lines
Let me but feel thy look's embrace, / Transparent, pure, and warm, / And I'll not ask to touch thy face, / Or fold thee with mine arm. / For in thine eyes a girl doth rise, / Arrayed in candid bliss, / And draws me to her with a charm / More close than any kiss.
A loving-cup of golden wine, / Songs of a silver brook, / And fragrant breaths of eglantine, / Are mingled in thy look. / More fair they are than any star, / Thy topaz eyes divine -- / And deep within their trysting-nook / Thy spirit blends with mine.
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Love in a Look (Lyrics, Dramatic and Personal) is listed on Textopian as a poem by Henry Van Dyke, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Henry Van Dyke
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Lyric, Dramatic
- Length: 151 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love and emotional connection, central to the romance genre.
- Lyric — The work expresses personal emotions and thoughts, typical of lyric poetry.
- Dramatic — The use of vivid imagery and emotional intensity suggests a dramatic element.
Tags
Poetry · Romance · Drama · Personal Essays · Literary Nonfiction · Philosophy · Psychology · Self-Discovery · Love · Relationships · Emotions · Intimacy