Turquoise by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Name: Turquoise
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox

The novel revolves around a young woman who possesses a turquoise ring that supposedly brings its wearer misery and tragedy. Despite warnings from her friends and family, she refuses to relinquish the jewel, believing it to be a symbol of eternal love. As the story unfolds, the protagonist's life becomes increasingly entangled with the ring's dark history, leading to a downward spiral of sorrow, loss, and heartbreak.

By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1916 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational · 48 words

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A baby went to heaven while it slept, / And, waking, missed its mother's arms, and wept. / Those angel tear-drops, falling earthward through / God's azure skies, into the turquoise grew.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Date: 1916 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational, Fantasy, Children's Literature
Length: 48 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs

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Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
Religious — The themes involve heaven, angels, and divine elements.
Inspirational — The content aims to provide comfort and hope through spiritual imagery.
Fantasy — The narrative includes supernatural elements such as angels and heavenly realms.