Vanished Dreams by Gilbert Parker

Name: Vanished Dreams
Author: Gilbert Parker

Vanished Dreams is a novel by Gilbert Parker that tells the story of a young man named John Dene who leaves his small town in Canada to pursue his dreams of becoming an artist. Along the way, he faces many challenges and setbacks but ultimately finds success and happiness. The book explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the power of dreams.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 157 words

First lines

Dreams, only dreams. They sprang from loneliness Of outer life; from innermost desire To reach the soul that now in golden fire Of cherished song I pray for and caress.

I wandered through the world with longing gaze, To find her who was my hope's parallel, That to her I might all my gospel tell Of changeless love, and bid her make appraise.

I knew that some day I should look within The ever-deepening distance of her eyes; For, in my dreams, from veiled Seraphim

Came one, as if in answer to my cries: And passing near me, pointed down the road That led me at the last to thy abode.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Fantasy
Length: 157 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
Romance — The themes of longing, love, and desire are central to the narrative, aligning with the romance genre.
Philosophical — The exploration of inner desires and existential themes suggests a philosophical undertone.
Fantasy — The mention of dreams and Seraphim introduces elements of fantasy and the supernatural.