A Reading of Life, with Other Poems by George Meredith
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| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
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| Title | A Reading of Life, with Other Poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1901 Archibald Constable and Co. edition by David Price |
| Summary | "A Reading of Life, with Other Poems" by George Meredith is a poetry collection written in the early 20th century, reflecting the literary sensibilities of that time. This volume encompasses a range of themes, likely focusing on the complexities of human existence, love, nature, and philosophical inquiries about life itself. The collection opens with the titular poem "A Reading of Life," in which Meredith explores the inherent choices and struggles individuals face, contrasting the pursuits of pleasure and the demands of duty through rich imagery. Throughout the book, other poems such as "With the Huntress" and "With the Persuader" delve into relationships and the interplay of desire and duty. The themes of love, nature, and existential contemplation are further examined in pieces like "The Test of Manhood" and "The Cageing of Ares." Overall, Meredith's poetry intricately weaves personal introspection with broader philosophical explorations, inviting readers to reflect on the essence of life and their place within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1042 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 107 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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