The House of Content
The House of Content is a novel written by Francis Sherman that tells the story of a family living in a small town in the American Midwest during the Great Depression. The book follows the lives of the members of the Content family as they struggle to make ends meet and maintain their dignity in the face of hardship. Throughout the novel, themes of love, loss, and resilience are explored as the characters navigate their way through difficult times.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 180 words
First lines
Were once again the immortal moment mine How should I choose my path? The path I chose (How long ago I wonder if Time knows) Even now I see. I see the old sun shine Upon the moss, thick strewn with fir and pine; The open field; the orchard's even rows; The wood again; then, where the hills unclose, Far off at first, now near, the long-sought shrine.
O Time, how impotent thou art! Though thou Hast taken me from all things, and all things From me, -- although the wind of thy swift wings Hath swept at last the shadow from her brow Of my last kiss, yet do I triumph now Who, choosing, paused to hear Love's counsellings.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Classical Literature, Reflective
- Length: 180 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on meter and rhyme.
- Romance — Themes of love and emotional reflection are central to the narrative.
- Philosophical — The work explores deep questions about time, choice, and existence.
- Classical Literature — The style and themes are reminiscent of classical literary traditions.
Tags
family · relationships · home · contentment · struggles · personal growth · community · love · conflict · resolution · self-discovery · narrative