The Colour of Life (eBook, PDF) - Meynell, Alice
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This collection of essays by early feminist English author Alice Meynell displays her capacity for deep, lucid reflection on subjects such as human nature and the role of women in Victorian England. Meynell covers a range from "Grass" and "Clouds" to Time with digressions into art and theatre criticism. Her language, the words, the construction, are poetic. Contents The colour of life -- A point of biography -- Cloud -- Winds of the world -- The honours of mortality -- At monastery gates -- Rushes and reeds -- Eleonora Duse -- Donkey races -- Grass -- A woman in grey -- Symmetry and incident -- The illusion of historic time -- Eyes.…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
This collection of essays by early feminist English author Alice Meynell displays her capacity for deep, lucid reflection on subjects such as human nature and the role of women in Victorian England. Meynell covers a range from "Grass" and "Clouds" to Time with digressions into art and theatre criticism. Her language, the words, the construction, are poetic. Contents The colour of life -- A point of biography -- Cloud -- Winds of the world -- The honours of mortality -- At monastery gates -- Rushes and reeds -- Eleonora Duse -- Donkey races -- Grass -- A woman in grey -- Symmetry and incident -- The illusion of historic time -- Eyes.
Autorenporträt
Alice Meynell (1847-1922) was a British writer, poet, and editor renowned for her lyrical and introspective prose and poetry. Her work reflects her deep engagement with themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition. She was born in London, she was educated privately and began writing at an early age. Her background in literature and her exposure to various intellectual circles shaped her literary voice. Notable works of the author are The Rhythm of Life (1903): A collection of essays and poems reflecting on the natural world and spiritual life, Preludes (1885): A collection of her early poems that established her reputation as a poet and The Colour of Life (1897): Another significant collection of her poetry. Meynell's writing is characterized by its lyrical quality, introspective nature, and focus on themes of spirituality and nature. Her poetic style is marked by a delicate and thoughtful approach to language. Meynell's work has influenced subsequent generations of poets and writers. Her exploration of the spiritual and natural worlds, combined with her elegant prose, has left a lasting impact on English literature. Alice Meynell remains a respected figure in literary circles, known for her profound reflections on life and her contributions to poetry and prose.