The Last Dream by Gilbert Parker
The Last Dream is a novel by Gilbert Parker that tells the story of a man named John Dale who has lost his memory and must piece together his past in order to find out who he really is. Along the way, he encounters various characters who help him on his journey of self-discovery. The book explores themes of identity, memory, and the human condition.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1902 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Fantasy · 169 words
First lines
One more dream in the slow night watches, One more sleep when the world is dumb, And his soul leans out to the sweet wild snatches Of song that up from dreamland come.
Pale, pale face with a golden setting, Deep, deep glow of stedfast eyes; Form of one there is no forgetting, Wandering out of Paradise.
Breath of balm, and a languor falling Out of the gleam of a sunset sky; Peace, deep peace and a seraph's calling, Folded hands and a pleading cry.
One more dream for the patient singer, Weary with songs he loved so well; Sleeping now -- will the vision bring her?
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The Last Dream 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, Romantic, Fantasy, Philosophical
- Length: 169 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romantic — Themes of longing, beauty, and idealized love are prevalent, typical of romantic literature.
- Fantasy — The mention of dreamland and Paradise suggests elements of fantasy and otherworldly experiences.
- Philosophical — The exploration of dreams and existential themes indicates a philosophical undertone.
Tags
dream · fantasy · adventure · romance · mystery · suspense · imagination · loss · hope · journey · self-discovery · conflict
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- 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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