Solitude by Lewis Carroll (1866)
The narrative revolves around a young girl who embarks on a journey to find her lost twin brother. Along the way, she encounters various creatures and experiences strange events that challenge her perceptions of reality. The story explores themes of identity, isolation, and the blurring of lines between fantasy and reality.
By Lewis Carroll · First published 1866 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Poetry · 452 words
First lines
I love the stillness of the wood: I love the music of the rill: I love to couch in pensive mood Upon some silent hill.
Scarce heard, beneath yon arching trees, The silver-crested ripples pass; And, like a mimic brook, the breeze Whispers among the grass.
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Solitude is listed on Textopian as a poem by Lewis Carroll, dated 1866 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Lewis Carroll
- Date: 1866 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Poetry, Reflective Poetry, Nostalgic Poetry
- Length: 452 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of nature, solitude, and introspection align with Romantic ideals.
- Nature Poetry — The vivid descriptions of natural settings highlight the beauty and tranquility of nature.
- Reflective Poetry — The poem reflects on personal experiences and emotions, inviting contemplation.
Tags
Philosophical · Poetic · Meditative · Solitary · Contemplative · Existential · Psychological · Stream-of-consciousness · Autobiographical · Memoiristic · Personal · Introspective