T. A. in Love by Edgar Wallace
T. A. IN LOVE is a novel by Edgar Wallace that tells the story of a young man named Tom who falls in love with a woman named Alice. The book follows their relationship and the obstacles they face as they try to be together. It explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of human connection.
By Edgar Wallace · First published 1920 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Military Fiction · 573 words
First lines
Dreamin' of thee! Dreamin' of thee! / Sittin' with my elbow on my knee. / I _orter_ be a polishin' the meat-dish an' the can -- / (I _orter_ draw the groceries -- for I am ord'ly man! / But wot are bloomin' ration calls, an' wot's a pot or pan, / When I'm dreaming O my darlin' one, of thee? ) / Dreamin' of thee! Dreamin' of thee!
Firin' at the rifle range I be. / I've missed a fust-class targit -- an' I've missed the 'ill / be'ind! / I nearly shot a marker once! (which wasn't very kind); / The orficer 'e swears at me -- but re'ly, I don't mind! / I am dreamin', O my darlin' one, of thee!
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T. A. in Love is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edgar Wallace, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edgar Wallace
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Military Fiction, Humor, Drama
- Length: 573 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romance — The poem expresses deep feelings of love and longing, central to the romance genre.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, showcasing poetic elements and structure.
- Military Fiction — The setting involves military life and experiences, reflecting themes related to soldiers.
- Humor — The light-hearted tone and humorous situations contribute to a comedic aspect.
Tags
romance · mystery · drama · suspense · love · adventure · crime · thriller · relationships · betrayal · secrets · emotions