Wind and Chrysanthemum by John Gould Fletcher

Name: Wind and Chrysanthemum
Author: John Gould Fletcher

The novel revolves around the lives of two women, one a courtesan and the other a chrysanthemum seller, who become embroiled in a tragic love affair with a young nobleman. The story explores themes of love, loss, and social class in early 20th century China.

By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1937 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Writing, Symbolism · 46 words

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Chrysanthemums bending Before the wind.

Chrysanthemums wavering In the black choked grasses.

The wind frowns at them, He tears off a green and orange stalk of broken chrysanthemum.

The chrysanthemums spread their flattered heads, And scurry off before the wind.

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Wind and Chrysanthemum is listed on Textopian as a poem by John Gould Fletcher, dated 1937 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: John Gould Fletcher
Date: 1937 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Nature Writing, Symbolism, Imagism, Lyrical
Length: 46 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs

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Poetry — The work employs structured verse and imagery, focusing on themes of nature and emotion.
Nature Writing — The text vividly describes natural elements, particularly the interaction between wind and chrysanthemums.
Symbolism — Chrysanthemums and wind serve as symbols for broader themes such as fragility and resilience.
Imagism — The writing emphasizes precise imagery and clear language, characteristic of the imagist movement.