The Venturers by Frederic Manning
The Venturers is a novel by Frederic Manning that follows the experiences of a young soldier during World War I. The book is known for its realistic and graphic depictions of warfare, as well as its exploration of themes such as courage, fear, and camaraderie among soldiers.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Adventure, Philosophical · 268 words
First lines
Yea! even such as creep With eyes bent earthward, in the little space Between the dawn and waning of the day, Between a sleep and sleep: Even these, without a fixed abiding-place, Travel, though tardily, upon the way Labouring; while your lighter, swifter sail Soars, rising over sudden hills of foam, Exultant, through the storm; and, eager, flies Like a fleet swallow up to meet the gale, That drives with anger, through the heaven's dome, Clouds, like great silver galleons in a sea of skies.
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The Venturers is listed on Textopian as a poem by Frederic Manning, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Adventure, Philosophical, Historical
- Length: 268 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm, imagery, and metaphorical language.
- Adventure — Themes of exploration and journeying into unknown territories are central to the narrative.
- Philosophical — The text contemplates existential themes, such as the human condition and the pursuit of dreams.
- Historical — References to historical events, such as the voyages of Spain, provide a historical context.
Tags
adventure · exploration · journey · friendship · courage · discovery · survival · conflict · humanity · nature · travel · risk