“There is no innocent sleep so innocent as sleep shared between a woman and a child, the little breath hurrying beside the longer, as a child's foot runs.”
Quote by Alice Meynell
Work
The Essential Alice Meynell Collection
This collection brings together a selection of Alice Meynell's poetry, prose, and critical essays, offering a deep insight into her intellectual and artistic pursuits. Meynell's work is celebrated for its wit, elegance, and exploration of complex themes, making this collection a valuable resource for readers interested in the works of this influential figure in the literary world. more
Author
Alice Meynell
Alice Meynell was an English writer born on September 22, 1847, and died on November 27, 1922. Her works encompassed poetry, prose, and criticism, known for their delicate emotion and profound thought. more
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