You Shall Live On by Gilbert Parker

Name: You Shall Live On
Author: Gilbert Parker

The novel You Shall Live On by Gilbert Parker tells the story of a young man named John who returns to his hometown after being away for many years. Upon his return, he discovers that his childhood sweetheart has married another man and is now widowed with two children. Despite this, John falls in love with her again and they eventually marry. However, their happiness is short-lived as tragedy strikes when one of the children dies unexpectedly. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and redemption.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1920 · Genre: Poetry, Drama, Tragedy · 173 words

First lines

You shall live on triumphant, you shall take Your place among the peerless, fearless ones; And those who loved you here shall tell their sons To honour every woman for your sake.

And those your Peers shall say, "Others are pure, Others are noble, others too have vowed, And for a vow have suffered; but she bowed Her own soul and another's to endure.

She smote the being more to her than all, -- Her own soul and the world, -- a truth to hold, Faith with the dead; and hung a heavy pall

'Tween her and love and life. The world is old, It hath sent here none queenlier. Of the few, The royal few is she, martyred and true. "

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Work type: Poem
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1920 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Drama, Tragedy, Historical Fiction, Inspirational
Length: 173 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
Drama — The themes of sacrifice, honor, and enduring legacy suggest dramatic elements.
Tragedy — The narrative involves suffering, sacrifice, and a somber tone, typical of tragic literature.
Historical Fiction — References to timeless themes and the notion of legacy imply a historical context.