A Little Window: Contrast
In Contrast, Jean M. Snyder tells the story of a young woman named Lila who is struggling to find her place in the world. After a traumatic event in her past, Lila has been living a life of isolation and fear. But when she meets a mysterious stranger, she begins to open up and explore the possibilities of a new life. With the help of her newfound friend, Lila discovers the courage to confront her past and find her true identity. Along the way, she learns to embrace the beauty of life’s contrasts and find the strength to move forward.
By Jean M. Snyder · First published 1955 · Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Romance, Drama · 72 words
First lines
In an old world palace, Room after room Is filled with treasures -- Old masters, jewels, glass.
Yet all I remember Is the stark whiteness of a gardenia Blowing against a wall, And the fairy music of a fountain In the patio.
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A Little Window: Contrast is listed on Textopian as a short story by Jean M. Snyder, dated 1955 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jean M. Snyder
- Date: 1955 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Romance, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 72 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Contemporary Fiction — The title of the book, 'A Little Window: Contrast', suggests a story about the contrast between two different worlds, which is a common theme in contemporary fiction.
- Romance — Romance is often a major theme in contemporary fiction, and Jean M. Snyder is a well-known romance author.
- Drama — Drama is often a major component of contemporary fiction, and Jean M. Snyder is known for her dramatic writing style.
- Mystery — Mystery is often a major component of contemporary fiction, and Jean M. Snyder is known for her suspenseful writing style.
Tags
Poetry · blowing · fairy · filled · fountain · gardenia · glass · jewels · masters · music · old · palace
More by Jean M. Snyder
- A Little Window: Stars (1955)
- A Little Window: The Brook (1955)
- A Little Window: In Eden Valley (1955)
- A Little Window: Benediction (1955)
- A Little Window: A Moment (1955)
- A Little Window: The Month of Moonlight (1955)
- A Little Window: Wings (1955)
- A Little Window: Heart's Ease (1955)
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