A Song by Annie Fellows Johnston

Name: A Song
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston

"A Song" is a novel set in the Appalachian Mountains during World War I. The story follows the lives of two young men, Jimmie and Jack, who are best friends and neighbors. Jimmie is drafted into the army, leaving Jack behind to care for his family's farm. While Jimmie is away, Jack falls in love with a young woman named Lizzie, but their happiness is short-lived as Jimmie returns from the war injured and unable to speak. The novel explores themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice in the face of war.

By Annie Fellows Johnston · First published 1908 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fiction, Adventure · 232 words

First lines

"Home-keeping hearts are happiest." -- LONGFELLOW.

THERE will be distant journeyings enough To reach that Land beyond the ether's sea, To satisfy the veriest roaming heart, -- Let me stay home with thee!

There will be new companionships enough In that bright spirit-life. Why should we flee So soon to alien hearts and stranger scenes? I would stay home with thee.

The heart grows homesick, thinking of the change When these familiar things no more shall be; When e'en the thought of them, perchance, shall fade, -- Let me stay home with thee.

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A Song is listed on Textopian as a poem by Annie Fellows Johnston, dated 1908 CE.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Literature, Fiction, Adventure
Length: 232 words
Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Children's Literature — Annie Fellows Johnston was known for her works for children, and 'A Song' is aimed at a younger audience with its simple language and themes.
Fiction — The book 'A Song' tells a made-up story that doesn't depict actual events.
Adventure — The plot includes elements of adventure such as exploration and discovery.