The Angel Joy
The story revolves around a young woman named Angel Joy who lives with her aunt and uncle in a small town. She is known for her beauty and kindness, earning the admiration of everyone in the community. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a man from a lower social class, which sparks controversy and opposition from those around her.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1865 · Genre: Poetry, Religious Fiction, Psychological Fiction · 349 words
First lines
Oh, was it a death-dream not dreamed through, That eyed her like a foe? Or only a sorrow left over from life, Half-finished years ago?
How long was it since she died -- who told? Or yet what was death -- who knew? She said: "I am come to Heaven at last, And I 'll do as the blessed do."
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The Angel Joy is listed on Textopian as a poem by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward, dated 1865 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
- Date: 1865 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Fantasy, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 349 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse with a rhythmic and lyrical quality.
- Religious Fiction — Themes of Heaven, angels, and spiritual transformation are central.
- Psychological Fiction — Explores deep emotional and mental states, particularly sorrow and healing.
- Fantasy — Involves supernatural elements such as angels and the afterlife.
Tags
Christian Fiction · Religious Fiction · Spiritual Fiction · Angelic Fiction · Heavenly Beings · Faith-based Fiction · Inspirational Fiction · Uplifting Fiction · Women's Fiction · Domestic Life · Family Drama · Marriage