Retrospect: The Jests of the Clock
Retrospect: The Jests of the Clock is a collection of poems by Robert Graves, published in 1934. The poems explore the themes of time, mortality, and the passing of life. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from the traditional to the experimental, and are often humorous and ironic. The collection is divided into three sections: "The Jests of the Clock," "The Jests of the Grave," and "The Jests of the Future." The poems in each section explore different aspects of time and mortality, from the humorous to the serious. The collection as a whole is a reflection on the passing of time and the inevitability of death.
By Robert Graves · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 339 words
First lines
He had met hours of the clock he never guessed before --
Dumb, dragging, mirthless hours confused with dreams and fear,
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Retrospect: The Jests of the Clock is listed on Textopian as a short story by Robert Graves, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Robert Graves
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy
- Length: 339 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in a historical context and follows the story of a family through the generations.
- Romance — The book follows the romantic relationships of the characters and their struggles to find love.
- Drama — The book follows the dramatic events of the characters' lives and the consequences of their decisions.
- Mystery — The book follows the mystery of the family's past and the secrets they keep.
Tags
poetry · literature · modernism · philosophy · time · existentialism · humor · satire · reflection · memory · human experience · narrative