Wayfarers by Arthur Willis Colton

Name: Wayfarers
Author: Arthur Willis Colton

WAYFARERS is a novel that follows the journey of a group of travelers as they navigate through unfamiliar lands and encounter various cultures. The story is set in an unspecified time and place, and it explores themes of identity, belonging, and the human condition. Please provide your question or request related to this book.

By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1920 · Genre: Adventure, Literary Fiction, Historical · 114 words

First lines

PART I. WEST-EASTERLY MORALITIES

All honest things in the world we met

With welcome, fair and free;

A little love is with us yet,

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Wayfarers 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: Adventure, Literary Fiction, Historical, Nature Writing
Length: 114 words
Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Adventure — The plot revolves mainly around traveling and wilderness exploration.
Literary Fiction — The book contains high artistic qualities and explores complex themes related to the human condition.
Historical — Certain aspects of the book are set in the past, providing a historical context.
Nature Writing — Significant attention is given to the natural world and outdoor settings.