The Secret Love
The Secret Love is a novel by George William Russell that tells the story of two lovers who are forced to keep their relationship hidden due to societal expectations and family pressures. The book explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of living a life that goes against social norms.
By George William Russell · First published 1907 · Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Poetry · 250 words
First lines
You and I have found the secret way, None can bar our love or say us nay: All the world may stare and never know You and I are twined together so.
You and I for all his vaunted width Know the giant Space is but a myth; Over miles and miles of pure deceit You and I have found our lips can meet.
You and I have laughed the leagues apart In the soft delight of heart to heart.
If there's a gulf to meet or limit set, You and I have never found it yet.
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The Secret Love is listed on Textopian as a poem by George William Russell, dated 1907 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George William Russell
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Fantasy, Poetry, Philosophical
- Length: 250 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romance — The poem centers on the theme of love, emphasizing a deep, timeless connection between two individuals.
- Fantasy — The text suggests a mystical, otherworldly bond that transcends physical and temporal boundaries.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Philosophical — The poem explores abstract concepts like time, space, and the eternal nature of love.
Tags
romance · love · secrets · relationships · emotions · passion · mystery · intimacy · desire · drama · conflict · self-discovery