Distant Coasts
The novel explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in a post-World War I world. It follows the lives of several characters connected by their experiences during the war, as they navigate love, loss, and disillusionment on distant coasts. The narrative spans multiple continents, weaving together stories of romance, tragedy, and redemption. Through its characters' struggles and triumphs, the novel delves into themes of identity, morality, and the human condition. Ultimately, Distant Coasts presents a nuanced portrayal of the aftermath of war, highlighting the ways in which individuals must come to terms with their past and find new purpose in a world forever changed by conflict.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1935 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Nature Writing · 40 words
First lines
A squall has struck the sea afar off.
You can feel it quiver Over the paper parasol With which she shields her face;
In the drawn-together skirts of her robes, As she turns to meet it.
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Distant Coasts is listed on Textopian as a poem by John Gould Fletcher, dated 1935 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Gould Fletcher
- Date: 1935 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Nature Writing, Romanticism, Symbolism
- Length: 40 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs lyrical language and imagery, characteristic of poetic expression.
- Literary Fiction — The themes and character exploration align with the conventions of literary fiction.
- Nature Writing — The vivid descriptions of the sea and weather reflect a focus on nature.
- Romanticism — The emotional depth and appreciation for beauty in nature suggest elements of Romanticism.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · Modernism · Symbolism · Imagery · Nature · Coastal Landscapes · Maritime · Exploration · Discovery · Isolation · Loneliness