Poems

Poems

by Alice Meynell

This collection of poems by Alice Meynell showcases her distinctive style, characterized by its lyrical beauty, intellectual depth, and exploration of themes of faith, love, nature, and the human condition. Meynell's work often centers on the nuances of emotional experience and the power of the imagination. Her poems are renowned for their concise, evocative language, and her masterful use of rhythm and rhyme. They offer insights into the Victorian era, the Catholic faith, and the enduring questions of life and death.

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Alice Meynell

United Kingdom

Alice Meynell (11 October 1847 – 27 November 1922) was a British writer, editor, critic, and suffragist, now remembered mainly as a poet. She was born in London to a wealthy family, and her father was...

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