The House of Regret
The House of Regret is a novel written by Francis Sherman that tells the story of a family who moves into an old house with a dark past. The book follows their journey as they uncover secrets about the house and its previous inhabitants, leading to a shocking conclusion.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 168 words
First lines
It is not that I now were happier If with the dawn my tireless feet were led Along her path, till I saw her fair head Thrown back to make the sunshine goldener: For it is well, sometimes, the things that were Are over, ere their perfectness hath fled; Lest the old love of them should fade instead, And lie like ruins round the throne of her.
Now with the wisdom of increasing years I know each ancient joy a cup for tears; Yet had I drunk, while they were draughts to praise, Deeper, I were not now as men that grow Old, and sit gazing out across the snow To dream sad dreams of wasted summer days.
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The House of Regret is listed on Textopian as a short story by Francis Sherman, dated 1923 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Literary Fiction
- Length: 168 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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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 reflection on past relationships are central to the narrative.
- Philosophical — The work explores deep themes such as the passage of time, regret, and the nature of happiness.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is sophisticated and emphasizes introspection and emotional depth.
Tags
regret · family · secrets · betrayal · redemption · loss · forgiveness · relationships · drama · emotional · psychological · narrative