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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- 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