A Father of Women, and Other Poems

Name: A Father of Women, and Other Poems
Author: Alice Meynell

By Alice Meynell

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A collected volume of lyric poems moves between intimate domestic meditations and public elegies, melding devotional attention, moral questioning, and observant nature-writing. Several pieces lament wartime deaths and commemorate nurses and young soldiers, while others address artistic figures and explore the consolations and duties of parenthood and faith. Forms vary from formal ode and addressed lyric to contemplative short pieces that examine free will, prayer, and the persistence of memory, with refined imagery and a steady, compassionate voice throughout.

About the Author

Alice Meynell

Alice Meynell was an English poet, essayist, and editor, known for her lyrical style and deep exploration of themes such as nature, spirituality, and the human experience. Born in the 19th century, she contributed significantly to the literary landscape of her time, with notable works including "A Father of Women, and Other Poems" and "Ceres' Runaway, and Other Essays." Meynell's writing often reflects her keen observations of life and her philosophical musings, making her a distinctive voice in Victorian literature. In addition to her poetry, she was also an influential editor and a prominent figure in literary circles, advocating for women's rights and the importance of literature in society.