The Spirit of Place, and Other Essays by Alice Meynell
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"The Spirit of Place and Other Essays" by Alice Meynell is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intricate relationship between human experience and the essence of specific locations, delving into themes of memory, nature, and the interplay between art and life. Through her reflective prose, Meynell imparts a sense of nostalgia and wonder about the landscapes, both physical and emotional, that shape our lives.
The opening of the collection presents the titular essay, "The Spirit of Place," which contemplates the profound connection between people and the places they inhabit. Meynell muses on how the sounds of churches and natural settings can evoke deep-rooted memories and emotions, providing insight into the cultural significance of these sounds. She reflects on the intimate relationship between humans and their environment, suggesting that the essence of a place can be felt, remembered, and celebrated. This essay serves as an introduction to Meynell's lyrical style and thematic concerns, inviting readers to contemplate their own connections to the places that shape their identities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Meynell, Alice, 1847-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Spirit of Place, and Other Essays |
| Contents | The spirit of place -- Mrs. Dingley -- Solitude -- The lady of the lyrics -- July -- Wells -- The foot -- Have patience, little saint -- The ladies of the idyll -- A derivation -- A counterchange -- Rain -- Letters of Marceline Valmore -- The hours of sleep -- The horizon -- Habits and consciousness -- Shadows. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1899 John Lane edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English essays |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1309 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1998 |
| Last Update | Dec 31, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 366 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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