Poems — Volume 1 by George Meredith

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Author Meredith, George, 1828-1909
Title Poems — Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1912 Times Book Club “Surrey Edition” by David Price
Summary "Poems — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. This compilation showcases Meredith's mastery of various poetic forms and themes, reflecting on love, nature, and human experience, with demonstrated emotional depth and lyrical beauty. The opening of the collection begins with "Chillianwallah," which evokes the historical significance and somber aftermath of a battle, marked by lament and contemplation of loss. The poem sets a serious tone, blending personal grief with historical context. Following this, the fragment from "The Doe" presents a pastoral scene, highlighting the bond between a farmer’s daughter and a captured fawn, interspersed with tender memories and nature's beauty. This excerpt illustrates Meredith's ability to weave intricate narratives that evoke vividly sentimental themes, suggesting a rich tapestry of reflections on life, love, and the interplay of humanity with nature throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Subject Pastoral poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 1381
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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