Walter de la Mare
“Only the rarest kind of best is good enough for the young.”
Themes this poet returns to
Drawn from 3 critiqued poems on V2Melody.
Poets whose work rhymes
Historical events during Walter de la Mare's lifetime
5,955 curated events in our library overlapped Walter de la Mare's life (25 April 1873 – 22 June 1956 (~83)) .
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The acceleration of the Second Industrial Revolution in 1870 reshaped urban life, influencing modern poetry that grappled with themes of mechanization and alie…
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'A Season in Hell' marked a radical shift in Rimbaud's poetic expression, blending prose and poetry in a way that challenged literary conventions. Its themes o…
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Maxwell's unification of light, electricity, and magnetism into a single mathematical framework had profound implications for the literary imagination. If ligh…
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Hopkins's 'sprung rhythm' and theology of 'inscape' transformed English religious poetry; his influence on 20th-century verse—from W.H. Auden to Seamus Heane…
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The super El Niño phenomenon from 1876 to 1878 caused widespread famines, inspiring literary responses that addressed human suffering and imperialism. Victori…
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Edison's demonstration of the carbon-filament incandescent lamp in 1879 marked a pivotal shift in urban life, eliminating natural shadows. This technological a…
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Dismantled the classic Nineteenth-Century Romantic myth of consumption as a spiritual, artistic disease of hypersensitive souls, remaking it into a stark, grit…
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Nietzsche's declaration that 'God is dead' in 1882 profoundly shaped modernist poetry, influencing writers like T.S. Eliot and W.B. Yeats. Their works grappled…
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The success of 'Treasure Island' marked a turning point in Stevenson's career, establishing him as a major literary figure. The novel's themes of adventure, mo…
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Friedrich Nietzsche's 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra' revolutionized literary form with its blend of prose and poetry, encouraging writers to explore existential them…
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5,617 curated events in our library fell entirely within Walter de la Mare's life (25 April 1873 – 22 June 1956 (~83)) .
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'A Season in Hell' marked a radical shift in Rimbaud's poetic expression, blending prose and poetry in a way that challenged literary conventions. Its themes o…
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Maxwell's unification of light, electricity, and magnetism into a single mathematical framework had profound implications for the literary imagination. If ligh…
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Hopkins's 'sprung rhythm' and theology of 'inscape' transformed English religious poetry; his influence on 20th-century verse—from W.H. Auden to Seamus Heane…
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The super El Niño phenomenon from 1876 to 1878 caused widespread famines, inspiring literary responses that addressed human suffering and imperialism. Victori…
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Edison's demonstration of the carbon-filament incandescent lamp in 1879 marked a pivotal shift in urban life, eliminating natural shadows. This technological a…
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Dismantled the classic Nineteenth-Century Romantic myth of consumption as a spiritual, artistic disease of hypersensitive souls, remaking it into a stark, grit…
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Nietzsche's declaration that 'God is dead' in 1882 profoundly shaped modernist poetry, influencing writers like T.S. Eliot and W.B. Yeats. Their works grappled…
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The success of 'Treasure Island' marked a turning point in Stevenson's career, establishing him as a major literary figure. The novel's themes of adventure, mo…
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Friedrich Nietzsche's 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra' revolutionized literary form with its blend of prose and poetry, encouraging writers to explore existential them…
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Emil Christian Hansen's isolation of pure yeast culture in 1883 represented a pivotal moment in scientific advancement, reflecting the era's emphasis on precis…
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10 events in our library relate directly to Walter de la Mare.
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The education he received at St. Paul's contributed to his lyrical style and imaginative themes in poetry, particularly in his works for children. The musicali…
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The publication of 'Kismet' was significant as it demonstrated de la Mare's early narrative style and thematic interests, which would evolve into his character…
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This collection marked a significant milestone in de la Mare's career, showcasing his ability to capture the innocence and wonder of childhood, which became a…
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The pension enabled de la Mare to focus on his literary pursuits, leading to the publication of significant works like 'Songs of Childhood' and 'The Listeners.…
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The novel's exploration of identity and the uncanny showcases de la Mare's ability to weave intricate narratives that blur the lines between reality and fantas…
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The poem 'The Listeners' became one of de la Mare's most anthologized works, illustrating his mastery of atmosphere and mystery. This collection helped define…
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This collection exemplified de la Mare's ability to blend fantasy with lyrical beauty, reinforcing his status in the literary world and influencing generations…
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Hardy's influence can be seen in de la Mare's exploration of themes such as nature and the human condition, enriching his poetic voice and broadening his thema…
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The novel's unique perspective and exploration of societal norms demonstrated de la Mare's versatility as a writer, expanding his literary repertoire beyond po…
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Receiving this medal affirmed de la Mare's place in the literary canon and encouraged further exploration of his unique themes, solidifying his legacy as a poe…
Poet Emotional Landscape
Based on 3 poems currently available on V2Melody with emotion profiles. This aggregated view is an interpretive catalogue guide — not a diagnosis of the poet's personality.
Across 3 profiled poems currently on V2Melody, this poet's musicalized work tends toward wonder, peace, and tenderness. This is an interpretive catalogue view drawn from averaged poem mood profiles — not a portrait of the author.
Emotional range: very wide range in wonder (40–90); moderate range in peace (50–60).
