Antithesis by Leigh Gordon Giltner
The protagonist, Leigh Gordon Giltner, is a twenty-something woman living in the small town of Antithesis, Texas. She is struggling to find her place in the world and to make sense of her life. She is haunted by her past and the secrets that she has kept hidden for so long. Leigh's journey takes her to the city of Austin, where she meets a variety of people who help her to discover her true self. Along the way, she learns to accept her past and to embrace her future. The novel is a story of self-discovery and growth, as Leigh learns to accept and love herself for who she is. It is a story of hope and courage, as Leigh finds the strength to face her fears and to move forward. It is a story of love and friendship, as Leigh finds the courage to open her heart and to trust in the people around her.
By Leigh Gordon Giltner · First published 1900 · Genre: Fiction, Romance, Mystery · 82 words
First lines
The poet wrought a song of sadness, fraught With all the pain the world's sad heart hath proved; He sang of doubt, and dreams that end in naught. Then, smiling, turned and kissed the lips he loved.
The poet wrought a song of joyance, thrilled With all the peace the world's glad heart hath kept; He sang of hope and happy dreams fulfilled. Then bent his face upon his hands and wept.
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Antithesis is listed on Textopian as a short story by Leigh Gordon Giltner, dated 1900 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Leigh Gordon Giltner
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Romance, Mystery, Thriller, Drama
- Length: 82 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The book is a work of fiction, as it is a story created by the author.
- Romance — The book follows the story of two people in a romantic relationship.
- Mystery — The book contains elements of mystery, as the characters must unravel the secrets of their pasts.
- Thriller — The book contains elements of suspense and tension, as the characters must confront their fears and the unknown.
Tags
American poetry · bent · doubt · dreams · glad · hands · happy · heart · hope · joyance · kissed · lips