The Poems of Alice Meynell

"The Poems of Alice Meynell" by Alice Meynell is a comprehensive compilation of poetic works from the beginning of the 1900s. This collection includes all of her poetry and shows her deep connection with the natural world, affection, matters of faith, and the intricate nature of what it means to be human. Meynell's poetry tries to capture both the loveliness and sadness found in the world. The first poem, "In Early Spring," begins the collection by creating a reflective mood along with a connection to nature. The poem's speaker shows a thorough knowledge of the changing of the seasons, filled with feelings of longing and excitement for new beginnings. Meynell combines individual feelings with vibrant descriptions of nature, deeply thinking about the secrets of life and the world's rhythms. Later poems, like "To the Beloved" and "An Unmarked Festival," explore love and the flow of time, hinting at an ongoing conversation between human feelings and the world outside. Meynell welcomes readers into her world of poetry, where each poem serves as a reflection on how people connect with the larger world around them.