Unavailing by Gilbert Parker (1894)
The novel Unavailing by Gilbert Parker tells the story of a young man named John who struggles to find his place in society after returning from war. He becomes involved with a group of radicals and falls in love with a woman named Mary, but their relationship is complicated by his own inner turmoil and the political climate of the time. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning in life.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1894 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic · 157 words
First lines
"Never," you said, "never this side the grave, / And what shall come hereafter, who may know?
Whether we e'en shall guess the way we go, / Passing beneath Death's mystic architrave
Silence or song, dumb sleep or cheerful hours?"
O lady, you have questioned, answer too.
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Unavailing is listed on Textopian as a poem by Gilbert Parker, dated 1894 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Gilbert Parker
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic, Mystery
- Length: 157 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions about life, death, and the afterlife, which are central to philosophical inquiry.
- Romantic — The use of emotive language and the exploration of profound personal feelings suggest elements of romanticism.
- Mystery — The text hints at the unknown aspects of death and the afterlife, creating an air of mystery.
Tags
drama · romance · tragedy · conflict · human emotions · love · loss · redemption · society · class struggle · character development · narrative
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