Franklin Hyde by Hilaire Belloc
The novel revolves around a young man's journey to self-discovery and spiritual growth. It explores themes of morality, faith, and the human condition through his experiences in various settings, including a monastery and a rural community. The narrative delves into the complexities of human nature, highlighting the tension between reason and emotion, as well as the struggle for authenticity and integrity.
By Hilaire Belloc · First published 1903 · Genre: Children's Literature, Poetry, Humor · 150 words
First lines
_Who caroused in the Dirt and was corrected by His Uncle._
His Uncle came on Franklin Hyde Carousing in the Dirt.
He Shook him hard from Side to Side And Hit him till it Hurt,
Exclaiming, with a Final Thud, "Take that! Abandoned Boy!
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Hilaire Belloc
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Poetry, Humor, Didactic
- Length: 150 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The work is a moralistic poem aimed at children, teaching a lesson about cleanliness and behavior.
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Humor — The exaggerated punishment and moral lesson are presented in a humorous and satirical manner.
- Didactic — The poem explicitly conveys a moral lesson about proper conduct and cleanliness.
Tags
Satirical Fiction · Social Commentary · Humor · Irony · Sarcasm · Critique of Society · Class Satire · English Literature · 20th Century Literature · Novel · Fiction · Comedy