Through the Fog by Joseph C. Lincoln
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his hometown after being away for several years. He struggles with feelings of inadequacy and guilt due to past mistakes. The narrative explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Realism · 476 words
First lines
The fog was so thick yer could cut it 'Thout reachin' a foot over-side, The dory she'd nose up ter butt it, And then git discouraged an' slide; No noise but the thole-pins a-squeakin', Or, maybe, the swash of a wave, No feller ter cheer yer by speakin' -- 'Twas lonesomer, lots, than the grave.
I set there an' thought of my trouble, I thought how I'd worked fer the cash That bust and went up like a bubble The day that the bank went ter smash. I thought how the fishin' was failin', How little this season I'd made, I thought of the child that was ailin', I thought of the bills ter be paid.
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Through the Fog is listed on Textopian as a poem by Joseph C. Lincoln, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Realism, Narrative Verse, Inspirational
- Length: 476 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs structured verse and employs rhythm and imagery to convey emotions and themes.
- Literary Fiction — The narrative explores deep personal struggles and reflections, focusing on character development and thematic depth.
- Realism — The depiction of everyday life and the protagonist's struggles with financial and emotional challenges reflects realistic experiences.
- Narrative Verse — The storytelling aspect is prominent, combining narrative elements with poetic form.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Fishing Story · Coming-of-Age · Small Town Life · Friendship · Adventure · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Rural Setting · Isolation · Self-Discovery