The Wraith by Gilbert Parker (1907)

Name: The Wraith
Author: Gilbert Parker

The Wraith is a novel by Gilbert Parker that tells the story of a man who returns from the dead to haunt his former lover and her new husband. The book explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1907 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy · 167 words

First lines

A ship in port; well-crossed the harbour-bar; The hawser swung, the grinding helm at rest; Hands clasping hands, and eyes with eager zest Seeking the loved, returning from afar.

And he, the master, holding little reck Of all, save but the idol of his soul, Seeks not his loving ardour to control.

Mark how he proudly treads the whitened deck!

"My bride, my bride, my lone soul's best beloved, Come forth, come forth! Where art thou, Isobel? -- Pallid, and wan! Lord, hath it thus befell

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1907 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy, Supernatural
Length: 167 words
Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
Romance — The narrative centers around themes of love and longing, particularly the relationship between the master and his bride.
Tragedy — The poem explores themes of loss and despair, as evidenced by the death of the bride and the master's lament.
Supernatural — The mention of a 'phantom ship' and 'wraith of Love' suggests elements of the supernatural or ghostly.