Shine On by Gilbert Parker (1906)
The novel Shine On, by Gilbert Parker, follows the story of a young woman named Mary who lives in a small town in Canada during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, loss, and redemption as Mary navigates her way through life's challenges.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1906 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Historical · 181 words
First lines
Shine on, O sun! Sing on, O birds of song!
And in her light my heart fashions a tune / Not wholly sad, most like a tender rune / Sung by some knight in days gone overlong,
When he with minstrel eyes in Syrian grove / Looked out towards his England, and then drew / From a sweet instrument a sound that grew / From twilight unto morning of his love.
Go, then, beloved, bearing as you go / These songs that have more sunlight far than cloud; / More summer flowers than dead leaves 'neath the snow;
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Shine On is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gilbert Parker, dated 1906 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Historical, Inspirational
- Length: 181 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on lyrical expression and rhythm.
- Romance — Themes of love and longing are central, as indicated by references to beloved and expressions of affection.
- Historical — Mentions of knights and Syrian groves suggest a historical or medieval setting.
- Inspirational — The text contains uplifting imagery and themes of hope and dreams.
Tags
inspiration · hope · resilience · light · journey · self-discovery · overcoming adversity · personal growth · motivation · positivity · transformation · courage
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- 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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