The House of Sin by Francis Sherman
The House of Sin is a novel written by Francis Sherman that explores the dark and twisted world of a wealthy family living in a secluded mansion. The story follows the lives of the family members as they navigate their own personal demons, while also trying to maintain the facade of normalcy for those around them. As secrets are revealed and tensions rise, the reader is taken on a thrilling ride that keeps them guessing until the very end.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1927 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Spiritual · 166 words
First lines
When Time is done at last, and the last Spring Fadeth on earth, and thy gaze seeketh mine, Watch well for one whose face beareth for sign The legend of a soul's refashioning: As I shall watch for one whose pale hands bring The first faint violet, and know them thine Grown pitiful and come to build Love's shrine Where the old Aprils wait, unfaltering.
Then the great floods between us will retire, And the long path I follow down will grow To be the path thy climbing feet desire; Until we meet at last, made glad, and know The cleansing hands that made my soul as snow Have kept alive in thine the ancient fire.
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The House of Sin is listed on Textopian as a short story by Francis Sherman, dated 1927 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Spiritual, Philosophical, Classical
- Length: 166 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 lyrical expression and imagery.
- Romance — Themes of love, longing, and emotional connection are central to the narrative.
- Spiritual — The text explores themes of soul, refashioning, and spiritual cleansing.
- Philosophical — The work delves into existential themes such as time, existence, and the nature of the soul.
Tags
mystery · thriller · suspense · drama · crime · secrets · betrayal · family · darkness · redemption · forgiveness · love