01993cam a22003013u 4500 1042 UtSlPG 20260610133039.0 m cr n 260607r1997||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Meredith, George, 1828-1909 A Reading of Life, with Other Poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1997 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1997-09-01 Transcribed from the 1901 Archibald Constable and Co. edition by David Price "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.) Original publication data not identified English poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1042 43161 43161