On the Flight of Time
The narrative revolves around a protagonist who embarks on a journey through time, encountering various historical figures and events along the way. As he navigates through different eras, he witnesses pivotal moments in human history, including wars, revolutions, and cultural transformations. Through his experiences, the protagonist gains insight into the complexities of human nature and the interconnectedness of past and present. The story explores themes of identity, morality, and the consequences of one's actions, as the protagonist grapples with the weight of his own existence within the fabric of time.
By Franklin P. Adams · First published 1927 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Classical Adaptation · 172 words
First lines
Horace: Book I, Ode 2 "_Tu ne quaesieris, scire nefas, quem mihi, quem tibi_"
AD LEUCONOEN
Look not, Leuconoe, into the future; Seek not to find what the Answer may be; Let no Chaldean clairvoyant compute your Time of existence. It irritates me!
Better to bear what may happen soever Patiently, playing it through like a sport, Whether the end of your breathing is Never, Or, as is likely, your time will be short.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Franklin P. Adams
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Classical Adaptation, Satire
- Length: 172 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, employing meter and rhyme typical of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and the nature of time, reflecting philosophical inquiry.
- Classical Adaptation — The text is an adaptation of a classical work, specifically referencing Horace's odes.
- Satire — The tone and style suggest a satirical approach, particularly in the playful admonition against seeking knowledge of the future.
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Philosophical · Poetic · Existential · Timeless · Thought-provoking · Literary · Fictional · Speculative · Abstract · Conceptual · Mind-bending · Intellectual