To the Valley by Gilbert Parker
The novel To the Valley, by Gilbert Parker, follows the story of a young man named John who leaves his home in England to seek adventure and fortune in Canada during the late 1800s. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles that test his resolve and determination. The book explores themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 85 words
First lines
Come hither, oh come hither, There's a bride upon her bed; They have strewn her o'er with roses, There are roses 'neath her head: Life is love and tears and laughter, But the laughter it is dead -- Sing the way to the Valley, to the Valley- Hey, but the roses they are red!
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To the Valley is listed on Textopian as a poem by Gilbert Parker, dated 1903 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama
- Length: 85 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery.
- Romance — The mention of a bride and themes of love suggest romantic elements.
- Drama — The emotional tone and themes of life, love, and death indicate dramatic elements.
Tags
adventure · exploration · nature · friendship · journey · self-discovery · conflict · courage · survival · landscape · romance · cultural clash
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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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