Bewitched by Hervey Allen (1942)
The novel revolves around a young woman who becomes infatuated with an older man and marries him despite his questionable character. The story explores themes of love, obsession, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Hervey Allen · First published 1942 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Fantasy · 352 words
First lines
A little lad was he Who loved a fisher maid in Brittany, Where sands stretch flat and wide When ebbs the tide, Smooth as a threshing floor, And there they played, young Véronique and Pierre, Along the shore.
Often they used to walk Hand fast in hand, And laughed and kissed, Lost in such heavenly talk That spirits there, Who dwelt in sunny places in the mist, Drew very near to Véronique and Pierre, And the shrill curlews cried, And there were rainbow castles in the foam Where seawites died.
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Bewitched is listed on Textopian as a short story by Hervey Allen, dated 1942 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Hervey Allen
- Date: 1942 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Fantasy, Coming-of-Age, Drama
- Length: 352 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around the love between Véronique and Pierre, highlighting their emotional connection and romantic interactions.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing poetic devices such as rhyme, rhythm, and imagery to convey its narrative.
- Fantasy — Elements of magic and enchantment are present, particularly in the description of the shell and the mystical atmosphere surrounding the characters.
- Coming-of-Age — The narrative follows the young characters as they experience love and separation, marking a transition in their emotional maturity.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Romance · Fantasy · Magic Realism · Love Story · Adventure · Mystery · Supernatural · Folklore · Mythology · American Literature · 20th Century Literature