Qui Vive by Gilbert Parker (1902)
"Qui Vive" by Gilbert Parker is a novel set during the French Revolution and follows the story of a young man named Jean de la Tour who becomes involved in the revolutionary movement. The book explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as Jean navigates his way through the tumultuous political landscape of 18th century France.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Mystery, Historical · 202 words
First lines
Qui vive!
Who is it cries in the dawn, Cries when the stars go down?
Who is it comes through the mist, The mist that is fine like lawn, The mist like an angel's gown?
Who is it comes in the dawn?
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Qui Vive is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gilbert Parker, dated 1902 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Mystery, Historical, Adventure
- Length: 202 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality, characteristic of poetry.
- Mystery — The repeated questioning and enigmatic presence of a figure in the dawn suggest elements of mystery.
- Historical — The use of terms like 'seigneur' and imagery of swords and shields implies a historical setting.
- Adventure — The call to 'follow' and the dynamic movement of the figure suggest an adventurous theme.
Tags
adventure · mystery · romance · historical · drama · suspense · conflict · identity · betrayal · courage · love · 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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