Parting by Gilbert Frankau (1924)
The novel Parting by Gilbert Frankau tells the story of a young woman named Diana who falls in love with a married man and must navigate the complexities of their relationship. The book explores themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery as Diana struggles to reconcile her feelings for her lover with her own sense of morality.
By Gilbert Frankau · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, War · 373 words
First lines
Times more than once, all ways about the world, Have I clasped hands; waved sorrowful good-bye; Watched far cliffs fading, till my sea-wake swirled To mingle bluely with a landless sky: Then -- even as the sea-drowned cliffs behind -- Felt sorrow drowning into memory; And heard, in every thrill of every wind, New voices welcoming across the sea.
Until it seemed nor land nor love had power To hold my heart in any firm duress: Grieving, I sorrowed but a little hour; Loving, I knew desire's sure faithfulness: Until, by many a love dissatisfied, Of each mistrustful and to each untrue, I found -- as one who, having long denied, Finds faith at last -- this greater Love, in you.
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Parting is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gilbert Frankau, dated 1924 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gilbert Frankau
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, War, Travel, Philosophical
- Length: 373 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes of love, longing, and emotional connection are central to the narrative.
- War — References to 'the warrior-way' and the context of parting suggest a backdrop of war or military service.
- Travel — Imagery of travel and separation, such as 'sea-wake' and 'far cliffs fading,' is prominent.
Tags
love · loss · separation · relationships · heartbreak · emotional · drama · nostalgia · introspection · conflict · identity · family