Now by Frederic Manning (1924)
The novel Now, by Frederic Manning, follows the experiences of a young British soldier during World War I. The story is told in a stream-of-consciousness style and explores themes of war, death, and humanity.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction · 512 words
First lines
I praise ye for the noble and prodigal virtues, That are spendthrift of all, Giving and taking with a light hand; For this moment only is ours:
Of old ye were provident, and frugal, With the parsimony of peace.
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Now is listed on Textopian as a short story by Frederic Manning, dated 1924 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction, War Literature, Modernist
- Length: 512 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, utilizing poetic devices such as metaphor, imagery, and rhythm.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential and philosophical ideas about life, value, and the human condition.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and complex, focusing on introspective and thematic depth rather than plot-driven narrative.
- War Literature — References to valor, sacrifice, and the contrast between peace and conflict suggest a backdrop of war or military themes.
Tags
existentialism · philosophy · time · perception · consciousness · self-awareness · present moment · human experience · introspection · reality · mindfulness · narrative