The Man Who Swears
The Man Who Swears is a story about a man named John, who is a successful businessman and a devoted family man. He is also a man who swears. John's swearing has become a problem for his family and his business, and he is determined to find a way to stop. John embarks on a journey of self-discovery, seeking out advice from friends, family, and professionals. He learns about the power of language and how it can be used to express himself without resorting to profanity. He also discovers the importance of self-control and how it can help him to control his emotions and his language. Through his journey, John learns to express himself in a more positive and constructive way. He also learns to take responsibility for his actions and to be more mindful of his words. In the end, John is able to break his habit of swearing and become a better person.
By Irving Sidney Dix · First published 1910 · Genre: Drama, Fiction, Literary Fiction · 468 words
First lines
It is often, yes, often that the man who swears Is a man who dares and a man who cares; For the gentle voice and the eye of blue Will sometimes tell of a heart less true Than the rough, cold voice and manner stern -- And you some day this truth will learn: That often, yes, often that the man who swears Is a man who dares and a man who cares.
When you are sick with fever and pain, Who comes to ease your weary brain? Is it the friend with the eyes of blue And gentle voice that comes to you, Or, is it the one with manner cold And voice so stern and ways so bold, That presses a hand on your fevered brow And soothes your troubled spirits now.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Irving Sidney Dix
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Drama, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery
- Length: 468 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Drama — The Man Who Swears is a story about a man's struggle to overcome his own inner demons and the consequences of his actions. The plot and themes of the book are centered around the drama of his journey.
- Fiction — The Man Who Swears is a work of fiction, as it is a story that is made up and not based on real events.
- Literary Fiction — The Man Who Swears is a literary work, as it is written in a style that is focused on the craft of writing and the exploration of themes and ideas.
- Mystery — The Man Who Swears contains elements of mystery, as the protagonist is trying to uncover the truth about his past and the consequences of his actions.
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American poetry · blue · br · cares · cold · comes · dares · day · eye · eyes · fight · friend