March Wind Blow by Irving Sidney Dix
March Wind Blow is a novel by Irving Sidney Dix that follows the story of a young man named John, who is struggling to make his way in the world. After his father's death, John is left with no money and no prospects. He takes a job as a farmhand, but soon finds himself in a difficult situation when he falls in love with the daughter of his employer. John must choose between his love for the girl and his loyalty to his employer. He is also faced with the challenge of finding a way to make a living and support himself. As he struggles to make his way in the world, John discovers the power of friendship and the importance of family. March Wind Blow is a story of love, loyalty, and the power of friendship. It is a story of hope and courage in the face of adversity. It is a story of a young man's journey to find his place in the world.
By Irving Sidney Dix · First published 1910 · Genre: Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction · 221 words
First lines
Bitter March-wind, blow and blow; Drive away the drifting snow; Toss the tree-tops to and fro; Kiss the ice-bound lakes and streams And arouse them from their dreams.
Happy March-wind, blithely blow, Winter's heart is full of woe, Winter's head is lying low; Bring, O bring the melting rain Back unto the earth again.
Weeping March-wind, blow and blow Till thy tears of sorrow flow Down thy dying cheeks of snow -- Weep away! for man must wait Till those tearful winds abate.
Merry March-wind, softer blow, Let the little children know Where the sweetest flowers grow; Let thy tender accents ring From the joyous harp of Spring.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Irving Sidney Dix
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery
- Length: 221 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The book is a work of fiction, as it is a novel written by Irving Sidney Dix.
- Romance — The title of the book suggests a romantic story, as the phrase 'March Wind Blow' implies a sense of longing and desire.
- Historical Fiction — The book may be set in a historical period, as the author's name implies a connection to the past.
- Adventure — The title of the book implies a sense of adventure, as the phrase 'March Wind Blow' suggests a journey or exploration.
Tags
American poetry · arouse · away · bend · bitter · blithely · blow · bound · br · bring · dreams · drifting