On the Hillside by Francis Sherman
On the Hillside is a novel written by Francis Sherman that tells the story of a young woman named Sarah who moves to a small town in Vermont after inheriting her grandmother's farm. The book follows Sarah as she navigates life in this new place, making friends and falling in love along the way. It explores themes of family, community, and self-discovery.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1904 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Pastoral · 155 words
First lines
October's peace hath fallen on everything.
In the far west, above the pine-crowned hill, With red and purple yet the heavens thrill -- The passing of the sun remembering.
A crow sails by on heavy, flapping wing, (In some land, surely the young Spring hath her will! ) Below, the little city lieth still; And on the river's breast the mist-wreaths cling.
Here, on this slope that yet hath known no plough, The cattle wander homeward slowly now; In shapeless clumps the ferns are brown and dead.
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On the Hillside is listed on Textopian as a poem by Francis Sherman, dated 1904 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Pastoral, Romanticism
- Length: 155 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as imagery and metaphor.
- Nature — The themes and descriptions focus heavily on natural elements and the changing seasons.
- Pastoral — The setting and subject matter revolve around rural life and landscapes.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on nature, emotion, and the sublime aligns with Romantic literary traditions.
Tags
nature · landscape · rural · exploration · self-discovery · adventure · solitude · reflection · growth · friendship · journey · emotional