George Meredith by Joyce Kilmer
The poem is a tribute to George Meredith's life and work. It describes him as a poet who wrote about the human condition with depth and insight. The speaker praises his ability to capture the complexities of love, nature, and the human experience in his poetry.
By Joyce Kilmer · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Criticism, Philosophical · 172 words
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He listened to the mighty lyre of earth, And learned the lore of soul-compelling song. He pondered on the rune of right and wrong, And saw the hearts of men, their woe, their mirth. In him our vision had a second birth, For by his words we saw as in some strong Enchanted lens the conscience of the throng, The font of ill, the hidden source of worth.
Shall Death claim him, on deathless knowledge reared? Shall dreams o'ertake the Master of the dream? Nay, his perfect love that never feared, His words send through our grief a radiant gleam: "With Life and Death I walked and Love appeared And made them on each side a shadow seem. "
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joyce Kilmer
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Criticism, Philosophical, Biographical
- Length: 172 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and meter to convey emotions and themes.
- Literary Criticism — It reflects on the life and contributions of a literary figure, analyzing themes of morality and human experience.
- Philosophical — The text explores deep questions about life, death, and the human condition.
- Biographical — It provides insights into the life and impact of a specific individual in literature.
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Biography · Literary Criticism · Poetry · English Literature · 19th Century · Critique · Analysis · Life Story · Meredith's Works · Kilmer's Writing Style · Influence of Meredith · Personal Life