Alice Meynell
Alice Christiana Gertrude Meynell was a British writer, editor, critic, and suffragist, now remembered mainly as a poet. She was considered for the position of Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom twice, first in 1892 on the death of Alfred, Lord Tennyson, and later in 1913 on the death of Alfred Austin, but was never appointed to the position.
Essays
Discover a world seen through observant eyes, where nature's resilience and humanity's complexities intertwine in thought-provoking reflections.
By Alice Meynell
The Children
Journey into the early 1900s to rediscover the charm and overlooked genius of childhood through heartwarming stories of kids' daily lives and unique perspectives.
By Alice Meynell
London Impressions: Etchings and Pictures in Photogravure
Step into a world where words and images intertwine, revealing the hidden beauty and complex atmosphere of London in a bygone era.
By Alice Meynell
The Flower of the Mind
Discover timeless beauty and artistry in this carefully selected collection of English poetry, guided by one woman's vision.
By Alice Meynell
Poems
Experience love, loss, and the beauty of nature through poignant verses that capture the depths of the human heart and the fleeting nature of time.
By Alice Meynell
The Poems of Alice Meynell
Explore themes of love, nature, and spirituality in a collection of poetry that captures both the beauty and melancholy of the human experience.
By Alice Meynell
Later Poems
Experience an exploration of love, loss, and nature through beautifully crafted verses.
By Alice Meynell
The Colour of Life
Explore a world where color defies expectations, revealing that life's most moving moments are painted not in bold reds but in the quiet shades of everyday existence.
By Alice Meynell
A Father of Women, and Other Poems
Explore a time of war and reflection through poignant verse, where tender love meets with the harsh realities of sacrifice and loss.
By Alice Meynell
The Spirit of Place, and Other Essays
Journey into the heart of memory and nature as a writer reflects on how places shape our deepest selves.
By Alice Meynell
Ceres' Runaway, and Other Essays
Amidst urban constraints, untamed flora flourishes, celebrating freedom’s enduring spirit against societal rigidity.
By Alice Meynell
The Rhythm of Life, and Other Essays
Journey into a world of thought-provoking reflections on the patterns of human experience where art and nature intertwine with the cyclical dance of joy and sorrow.
By Alice Meynell
Hearts of Controversy
Explore the shifting reputations of legendary writers as their works are analyzed through changing perspectives, revealing the delicate interplay between art, perception, and time.
By Alice Meynell