Songs for Parents: Ambition

Name: Songs for Parents: Ambition
Author: John Chipman Farrar

Ambition is a work of poems written by John Chipman Farrar, a renowned American poet. The poems in this collection are all about the power of ambition and the importance of striving for success. Farrar's poems explore the idea that ambition is a necessary part of life, and that it can be a source of strength and motivation. He also looks at the darker side of ambition, and how it can lead to disappointment and failure. The poems in this collection are both inspiring and thought-provoking, and will be sure to encourage parents to strive for their goals.

By John Chipman Farrar · First published 1921 · Genre: Inspirational Fiction, Family Drama, Self-Help · 44 words

First lines

If I were a rocket Shot high across the night, I'd rather burst in silver stars Than green or purple light;

For then, perhaps, I'd fool the moon, Although she's very wise, And thinking me a baby star She'd keep me in the skies.

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Work type: Essay
Author: John Chipman Farrar
Date: 1921 CE
Language: English
Genres: Inspirational Fiction, Family Drama, Self-Help, Romance
Length: 44 words
Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Inspirational Fiction — The title of the book implies that it is about inspiring parents to have ambition, which is a common theme in inspirational fiction.
Family Drama — The book is about parents, so it is likely to include themes of family dynamics and relationships, which are common in family drama.
Self-Help — The book is likely to include advice and guidance for parents, which is a common theme in self-help books.
Romance — The book may include romantic relationships between parents, which is a common theme in romance books.