To My Sister, Mrs. Julia Athington
"To My Sister, Mrs. Julia Athington" is a heartwarming poem written by Fanny J. Crosby in 1876. The poem is a tribute to the author's sister, Julia Athington, and expresses the deep love and admiration the author feels towards her. The poem describes Julia as a kind and compassionate person, who is always ready to help others in need. Fanny also praises Julia's beauty, both inside and out, and expresses her gratitude for having such a wonderful sister. Overall, "To My Sister, Mrs. Julia Athington" is a beautiful and touching tribute to the author's love and appreciation for her sister.
By Fanny J. Crosby · First published 1860 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational · 397 words
First lines
(On the twentieth anniversary of her marriage)
Tell me, sister, does your memory / Touch its lyre and murmur low / How your heart of joy was dreaming, / Dreaming twenty years ago? / And the lovely wing of fancy, / With your smile of beauty played, / While you stood before the altar / In your bridal robe arrayed?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Fanny J. Crosby
- Date: 1860 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational, Romantic, Celebratory
- Length: 397 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes of faith, divine guidance, and spiritual reflection are central to the text.
- Inspirational — The poem aims to uplift and encourage the reader to reflect on love, commitment, and the passage of time.
- Romantic — The focus on love, marriage, and the emotional bond between the couple highlights romantic themes.
Tags
historical fiction · romance · family drama · women's fiction · religious fiction · inspirational · 19th century · Victorian era · American literature · Christian fiction · biographical · autobiographical