Open Thy Gate by Gilbert Parker

Name: Open Thy Gate
Author: Gilbert Parker

The novel Open Thy Gate by Gilbert Parker tells the story of a young woman named Mariette who lives in a small French village during World War I. The book follows her journey as she navigates love, loss, and the challenges of war.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Spiritual · 166 words

First lines

Here in the highway without thy garden wall, Here in the babel and the glare, Sick for thy haven, O Sweet, to thee I call: Open thy gate unto my prayer -- Open thy gate.

Cool is thy garden-plot, pleasant thy shade, All things commend thee in thy place; Dwelling on thy perfectness, O Sweet, I am afraid, But, fearing, long to look upon thy face -- Open thy gate.

Over the ample globe, searching for thee, Thee and thy garden have I come; Ended my questing: no more, no more for me, O Sweet, the pilgrim's sandals, call me home -- Open thy gate.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1902 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Spiritual, Travel
Length: 166 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a lyrical and rhythmic quality, characteristic of poetry.
Romance — The themes of longing and affection suggest a romantic element, as the speaker expresses a deep yearning for a beloved.
Spiritual — The use of metaphorical language and the plea for a 'gate' to be opened can be interpreted as a spiritual or existential quest.
Travel — The mention of a journey and questing over the globe implies a theme of travel or pilgrimage.