Life's Sweet Wages by Gilbert Parker
Life's Sweet Wages is a novel by Gilbert Parker that tells the story of a young man named John Dale who struggles to find his place in society and make a living. The book follows him as he navigates various jobs, including working on a farm, in a factory, and eventually becoming a successful businessman. Along the way, he encounters many challenges and setbacks but ultimately learns valuable lessons about hard work, perseverance, and the importance of relationships. The book is considered a classic example of Canadian literature and has been praised for its realistic portrayal of life in early 20th century Canada.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1904 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 124 words
First lines
Who would lie down and close his eyes While yet the lark sings o'er the dale?
Who would to Love make no replies, Nor drink the nut-brown ale, While throbs the pulse, and full's the purse And all the world's for sale?
Though wintry blasts may prove unkind, When winter's past we do forget; Love's breast in summer-time is kind, And all's well while life's with us yet.
Hey ho, now the lark is mating -- Life's sweet wages are in waiting!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Pastoral
- Length: 124 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — Themes of love and romantic imagery are prevalent throughout the text.
- Philosophical — The text reflects on life, love, and the passage of time, indicating a philosophical exploration.
- Pastoral — Imagery of nature, such as larks and dales, suggests a pastoral setting.
Tags
drama · romance · adventure · human relationships · conflict · redemption · self-discovery · love · betrayal · sacrifice · family · friendship
More by Gilbert Parker
- The Power And The Glory (1925)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 1 (1895)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 2 (1904)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 3 (1904)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 4 (1905)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 5 (1904)
- A Romany of the Snows, Volume 1 (1897)
- A Romany of the Snows, Volume 2 (1907)
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