The Winter Nights at Home
A young woman returns to her family's home after a long absence and finds herself at odds with her father over his strict rules and her own desire for independence.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1907 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romanticism · 358 words
First lines
A stretch of hill and valley, swathed thick in robes of white, The buildings blots of blackness, the windows gems of light, A moon, now clear, now hidden, as in its headlong race The north wind drags the cloud-wrack in tatters o'er its face; Mailed twigs that click and clatter upon the tossing tree, And, like a giant's chanting, the deep voice of the sea, As 'mid the stranded ice-cakes the bursting breakers foam, -- The old familiar picture -- a winter night at home.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Romanticism, Seasonal Literature, Nostalgic Literature
- Length: 358 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs structured verse, rhythm, and imagery typical of poetry, focusing on emotional and sensory experiences.
- Literary Fiction — The themes of nostalgia, family, and memory are explored with depth and nuance, characteristic of literary fiction.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on nature, emotion, and personal reflection aligns with the principles of Romanticism.
- Seasonal Literature — The setting and themes are specifically tied to winter, making it relevant to seasonal literature.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Novel · Fiction · Short Story Collection · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Small Town Life · New England Setting · Winter Setting · Domestic Drama · Family Relationships