The Stars by John Gould Fletcher
This collection of poems explores themes of nature, identity, and the human condition through a lyrical and symbolic lens. The work delves into the complexities of existence, often using celestial imagery to convey the fragility and beauty of life.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Fantasy, Symbolism · 35 words
First lines
There is a goddess who walks shrouded by day: At night she throws her blue veil over the earth.
Men only see her naked glory through the little holes in the veil.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Gould Fletcher
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Fantasy, Symbolism, Mythology, Romanticism
- Length: 35 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs lyrical language and imagery, characteristic of poetic expression.
- Fantasy — The presence of a goddess and the mystical elements suggest a fantastical theme.
- Symbolism — The veil and the goddess symbolize deeper meanings and concepts, typical of symbolic literature.
- Mythology — The narrative draws on mythological themes, particularly the representation of divine figures.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · Symbolism · Nature · Cosmology · Philosophy · Existentialism · Free Verse · Imagery · Metaphor · Allegory · Mythology