The Little Old House by the Shore
A young woman inherits a small house from her aunt and moves there to escape the city. She finds solace in the quiet life by the shore but struggles with loneliness until she meets a local fisherman who becomes her love interest. The story explores themes of isolation, community, and the healing power of nature.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1906 · Genre: Poetry, Nostalgia, Lyric · 396 words
First lines
It stands at the bend where the road has its end, / And the blackberries nod on the vine; / And the sun flickers down to its gables of brown, / Through the sweet-scented boughs of the pine. / The roof-tree is racked and the windows are cracked, / And the grasses grow high at the door, / But hid in my heart is an altar, apart, / To the little old house by the shore.
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The Little Old House by the Shore is listed on Textopian as a poem by Joseph C. Lincoln, dated 1906 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nostalgia, Lyric, Nature, Sentimental
- Length: 396 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse, utilizing rhythm and imagery to evoke emotions and memories.
- Nostalgia — The themes revolve around reminiscence and longing for the past, particularly childhood and family.
- Lyric — The expression of personal feelings and reflections on love and loss is central to the text.
- Nature — Nature imagery is prevalent, enhancing the emotional landscape and setting of the narrative.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Novel · Fiction · Short Story Collection · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Maritime Fiction · New England Setting · Coastal Town Life · Small-Town America · Quirky Characters