Holding Hands by Gouverneur Morris
Holding Hands is a novel written by Gouverneur Morris that explores the complexities of human relationships and emotions. The story follows two characters, Jack and Sarah, who meet in college and form an intense bond that lasts throughout their lives. As they navigate through various challenges and obstacles, they learn to rely on each other for support and comfort. Throughout the novel, Morris delves into themes of love, loss, friendship, and self-discovery, ultimately leaving readers with a powerful message about the importance of human connection.
By Gouverneur Morris · First published 1923 · Genre: Romance, Social Commentary, Drama · 9,106 words
First lines
At first nobody knew him; then the Hotchkisses knew him, and then it seemed as if everybody had always known him. He had run the gauntlet of gossip and come through without a scratch. He was first noticed sitting in the warm corner made by Willcox's annex and the covered passage that leads to the main building. Pairs or trios of people, bareheaded, their tennis clothes (it was a tennis year) mostly covered from view by clumsy coonskin coats, passing Willcox's in dilapidated runabouts drawn by uncurried horses, a nigger boy sitting in the back of each, his thin legs dangling, had glimpses of him through the driveway gap in the tall Amor privet hedge that is between Willcox's and the road. These pairs or trios having seen would break in upon whatever else they may have been saying to make such remarks as: "He can't be, or he wouldn't be at Willcox's"; or, contradictorily: "He must be, or he'd do something besides sit in the sun"; or, "Don't they always have to drink lots of milk?"
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gouverneur Morris
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Social Commentary, Drama, Comedy, Historical Fiction
- Length: 9,106 words
- Structure: 1 section, 130 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around romantic relationships, particularly the developing affection between Mister Masters and Miss Blythe.
- Social Commentary — The narrative explores societal norms and expectations, especially regarding class, wealth, and social standing.
- Drama — The story contains dramatic elements, including personal conflicts, emotional struggles, and societal pressures.
- Comedy — There are humorous elements and social satire, particularly in the depiction of gossip and social interactions.
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romance · friendship · love · relationships · family · trust · support · connection · intimacy · emotional · narrative · drama