To a Strange God by Ellen Glasgow
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman named Lucy Entwistle, who grows up in a small Virginia town during the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, family, and social class as Lucy navigates her relationships with three men: a wealthy businessman, a charming but unreliable suitor, and a kind-hearted doctor. Through Lucy's experiences, the novel examines the constraints placed on women during this time period and the limited choices available to them.
By Ellen Glasgow · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious · 656 words
First lines
IN THE BRITISH MUSEUM, AUGUST, 1896
All day within the clanging town / There sounds the press of weary feet; / All night do men and beasts go down / Into the struggle of the street. / From sun to sun, from round to round, / The reek of sweat pollutes the ground.
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To a Strange God is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ellen Glasgow, dated 1924 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ellen Glasgow
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Religious, Historical, Cultural
- Length: 656 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme, meter, and imagery.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions, the nature of divinity, and the human condition.
- Religious — The poem discusses gods, worship, and religious practices, reflecting on the spiritual and sacred.
- Historical — References to historical contexts and ancient civilizations are present, providing a backdrop to the themes.
Tags
Romance · Historical Fiction · American Literature · Southern Gothic · Family Drama · Social Class · Wealth · Power Dynamics · Marriage · Infidelity · Adultery · Tragedy