"Dirge for the Year" is a poem written by Alice Meynell in 1902. The poem reflects on the passing of time and the cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth. Meynell uses imagery and symbolism to convey the idea that each year is a cycle of growth, decay, and renewal, and that the passage of time is inevitable and necessary for the continuation of life. The poem also touches on themes of mortality and the fleeting nature of human existence. AI Generated Content