Victory by Francis Sherman (1920)
"Victory" by Francis Sherman is a novel set during the American Civil War that follows the story of two brothers on opposite sides of the conflict. The book explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption as the characters navigate the complexities of war and family ties.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Philosophical · 172 words
First lines
Because your strife and labour have been vain, Ye who have striven, shall I forego, forget The far-off goal where to my feet were set In the old days when life was first made plain?
Upward in April, who, meeting with the rain, Did turn, the first shy mayflowers still are met?
I who have sought, yea, who am seeking yet, What pain have I like unto your sore pain?
So let me go as one yearning, that braves, With shipmen that have knowledge of the sea, The wind disastrous and the ponderous waves (Because his love dwells in some far countree), Crying, "Not one of all your million graves Is deep enough to keep my love from me! "
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Philosophical, Adventure, Historical
- Length: 172 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romantic — Themes of love and yearning are central to the narrative.
- Philosophical — Explores deep questions about life, purpose, and suffering.
- Adventure — References to braving the sea and facing challenges suggest an adventurous spirit.
Tags
triumph · struggle · overcoming · determination · resilience · conflict · victory · personal growth · inspiration · courage · adversity · success