The House of Music
The House of Music is a novel by Francis Sherman that tells the story of a family who owns and operates a music store in New York City during the early 20th century. The book follows the lives of the family members as they navigate their personal struggles while also trying to keep the business afloat amidst changing times and technological advancements.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1925 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction · 161 words
First lines
Such space there is, such endless breadth of time Between me and my world of yesterday, I half forget what sounds these be that stray About my chamber, and grow and fall and climb.
Listen! -- that sweet reiterated chime, Doth it not mark some body changed to clay?
That last great chord, some anguish far away?
Hark! harmony ever now and faultless rhyme.
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The House of Music is listed on Textopian as a novel by Francis Sherman, dated 1925 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction, Romanticism, Elegy
- Length: 161 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse with a focus on rhythm, rhyme, and imagery.
- Philosophical — Themes of time, memory, and existential reflection are prominent.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is sophisticated and explores deep emotional and intellectual themes.
- Romanticism — The text emphasizes emotion, nature, and individualism, common in Romantic literature.
Tags
music · family · drama · relationships · art · creativity · conflict · identity · heritage · tradition · passion · loss