The Welcome by Gilbert Parker (1908)
The Welcome is a novel written by Gilbert Parker and published in 1908. The story follows the life of a young man named John Fraser, who returns to his hometown after years away at sea. Upon his return, he discovers that his father has passed away and that he must take over the family business. As he navigates the challenges of running the company and dealing with personal relationships, he learns valuable lessons about life and love. The novel explores themes such as family, duty, and self-discovery.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 161 words
First lines
But see: my lady comes. I hear her feet Upon the sward; she standeth by my side.
Just such a face Raphael had deified, If in his day they two had chanced to meet.
And I, tossed by the tide of circumstance, Lifting weak hands against a host of swords, Paused suddenly to hear her gentle words Making powerless the lightnings of mischance.
I, who was but a maker of poor songs, That one might sing behind his prison bars, I, who it seemed fate singled out for wrongs --
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The Welcome is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gilbert Parker, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Historical
- Length: 161 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The narrative centers around themes of love and admiration, as indicated by the speaker's reverence for the lady.
- Drama — The text contains dramatic elements, such as conflict and emotional intensity, as seen in the speaker's struggle against fate.
- Historical — References to historical figures like Raphael suggest a setting or inspiration drawn from historical contexts.
Tags
hospitality · community · relationships · human connection · emotional journey · family dynamics · cultural exchange · personal growth · conflict resolution · forgiveness · tradition · social issues
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- Pierre and his People, Volume 4 (1905)
- Pierre and his People, Volume 5 (1904)
- A Romany of the Snows, Volume 1 (1897)
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