The Pilgrim by Arthur Willis Colton
The novel follows the journey of a young man named John Brown, who sets out on a pilgrimage to find his estranged father. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences different challenges that test his faith and resolve. Ultimately, John reaches his destination and finds his father, but their reunion is bittersweet as they are forced to confront their past mistakes and the consequences of their actions.
By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 178 words
First lines
PART I. WEST-EASTERLY MORALITIES
I heard a pilgrim near a temple gate
Praying, "I have no fear, for Thou art Fate.
"Morn, eve, noon, if I look up to Thee,
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The Pilgrim is listed on Textopian as a short story by Arthur Willis Colton, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Willis Colton
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 178 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The theme and plot of 'THE PILGRIM' largely encompass historical elements, such as the settlement and development of America by European pilgrims.
- Adventure — The book entails significant focus on the protagonist's journey and escapades, filled with uncertainties and risks.
- Drama — The book contains elements of conflict, high emotions and tensions, common to the Drama genre.
Tags
religion · spirituality · faith · pilgrimage · journey · self-discovery · inner-struggle · personal-growth · inspiration · motivation · purpose · meaning