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Ceres’ Runaway & Other Essays

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Ceres' Runaway & Other Essays by Alice Meynell is a collection of insightful and thought-provoking essays that explore a wide range of topics. Meynell's writing style is elegant and poetic, drawing the reader in with her beautiful language and deep insights.

Each essay in the collection offers a unique perspective on different aspects of life, from the natural world to human relationships to the power of art. Meynell's observations are always thoughtful and nuanced, encouraging the reader to reflect on their own experiences and beliefs.

One of the standout essays in the collection is "Ceres' Runaway," which uses the myth of Ceres and Proserpine to explore themes of loss, longing, and resilience. Meynell's interpretation of the myth is rich and layered, adding new dimensions to a story that has been told for centuries.

Overall, Ceres' Runaway & Other Essays is a captivating and rewarding read that will appeal to anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or the human experience. Meynell's writing is timeless and relevant, offering wisdom and insight that is as applicable today as it was when these essays were first written.

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Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." The Meynell's later converted to Roman Catholicism. These essays are very evocative for anyone who has, or wants to visit London, capturing the atmosphere of the late nineteenth century In "Ceres' Runaway," she covers topics ranging through travel, literature and children. - Summary by Larry Wilson


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