Vain by Leigh Gordon Giltner (1900)
Vain is a young woman who has been living a life of luxury and privilege. She has been raised in a wealthy family and has been given everything she could ever want. But despite all of this, she still feels empty and unfulfilled. Vain's journey begins when she meets a mysterious stranger who tells her that she is the daughter of a powerful witch. This revelation leads Vain on a quest to discover her true identity and to find out who she really is. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters who help her on her journey, including a wise old witch, a mysterious stranger, and a powerful wizard. Vain's journey takes her to many different places, from the dark forests of the North to the bustling cities of the South. Along the way, she learns about the power of magic and the importance of friendship. She also discovers the truth about her past and the secrets that have been kept from her. In the end, Vain discovers her true identity and learns to accept herself for who she is. She also learns to embrace her magical powers and use them to help others. Vain's journey is a story of self-discovery and acceptance, and it is sure to inspire readers of all ages.
By Leigh Gordon Giltner · First published 1900 · Genre: Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Romance · 63 words
First lines
Wreath of laurel and crown of bay And the noisy trump of Fame, Praise for the singer's deathless lay, And a listening world's acclaim.
But the singer sits with his grief alone Where love lies cold and dead. The plaudits fall on a heart of stone; The Soul of the song has fled.
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Vain 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: Psychological Thriller, Mystery, Romance, Fiction, Literary Fiction
- Length: 63 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Psychological Thriller — The book follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery as she navigates a world of secrets and lies, making it a psychological thriller.
- Mystery — The protagonist is trying to uncover the truth about her past, making it a mystery.
- Romance — The protagonist's journey is intertwined with a romantic relationship, making it a romance.
- Fiction — The book is a work of fiction.
Tags
American poetry · Rock · Soft Rock[1] · acclaim · cold · crown · deathless · fall · fled · grief · heart · laurel