Alide by Emma Lazarus (1887)

Name: Alide
Author: Emma Lazarus

The poem is a sonnet that explores the theme of exile and longing for one's homeland. It expresses the deep emotional pain of being separated from one's native country and the desire to return. The speaker describes their current location as a "ghetto" and expresses a sense of disconnection and isolation.

By Emma Lazarus · First published 1887 · Genre: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 18 chapters · 55,979 words

First lines

"If it were not that I must play true to my clerical gown, Max, I could for very delight in the glory of this October afternoon caper one of my lately-learned waltzes on the roadside. Gods! what a gift life is on such a day as this! Do, you not feel this mountain air tingling like wine through your veins? My blood is all aglow within me -- my heart is as light as flame. " It was a rich, vibrant, sonorous voice, and yet it had a boyish ring of merriment that seemed in no wise to belong to the soberly-clad student who walked demurely by his companion's side through the quiet, shining meadows.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Emma Lazarus
Date: 1887 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Historical Fiction, Drama
Length: 55,979 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 652 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Romance — The central plot revolves around the relationships and emotional connections between characters, particularly focusing on love and attraction.
Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and descriptive, emphasizing character development and thematic depth, typical of literary fiction.
Coming-of-Age — The characters experience personal growth and self-discovery, particularly the protagonist, as they navigate their youthful emotions and aspirations.
Historical Fiction — The setting and cultural references provide a historical context that enriches the narrative, reflecting the time period's societal norms.