Evening Bell from a Distant Temple
The poem explores the theme of nostalgia and longing for a lost era. It describes a distant temple where a bell tolls, evoking memories of a bygone time. The speaker reflects on the passing of years and the decline of traditional values. The poem's tone is melancholic and contemplative, with a focus on the fleeting nature of human experience.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1926 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Imagism · 20 words
First lines
A bell in the fog Creeps out echoing faintly The pale broad flashes Of vibrating twilight, Faded gold.
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Evening Bell from a Distant Temple is listed on Textopian as a poem by John Gould Fletcher, dated 1926 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Gould Fletcher
- Date: 1926 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Imagism, Modernism, Symbolism
- Length: 20 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is characterized by its use of verse, imagery, and emotional expression typical of poetry.
- Lyric — The focus on personal feelings and sensory experiences aligns with the lyric genre.
- Imagism — The vivid imagery and emphasis on precise language reflect the principles of Imagism.
- Modernism — The themes and style exhibit characteristics of Modernist literature, including a break from traditional forms.
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Poetry · Symbolism · Imagery · Nature · Spirituality · Meditation · Reflection · Philosophy · Existentialism · Cosmology · Mythology · Allegory