The Clearest Voice
Margaret Sherwood's "The Clearest Voice" is a novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the power dynamics at play within them. The book follows the lives of several characters, each with their own unique voice and perspective, as they navigate the challenges of love, loss, and identity. Through their stories, Sherwood raises important questions about the nature of communication and the ways in which we express ourselves to others. Is it possible to truly know another person, or are we always limited by our own subjective experiences? How do we reconcile our own desires and needs with those of others, especially when they conflict? These are just a few of the thought-provoking themes that Sherwood addresses in this engaging and insightful work.
By Margaret Sherwood · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance · 3,723 words
First lines
The little business frown which John Wareham usually wore only at his office, and put off as he put on his hat in starting for home, lingered that evening, persisting through the long street-car ride, the walk past rows of suburban houses, and even to the brook at the foot of the hill below his home. Here it vanished, for the brook marked the spot where the world stopped, and Alice began. He watched with a meditative happy smile the rough stone fence which bordered this bit of meadow land, with the trailing woodbine and clematis that made it a thing of beauty; and, as he climbed the hill, the deepening color in the sunset clouds, and the notes of a wood thrush from the forest edge not far away, became part of a deep sense of harmony, breaking a mood of anxiety and fear.
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The Clearest Voice is listed on Textopian as a short story by Margaret Sherwood, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Margaret Sherwood
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance, Literary Fiction
- Length: 3,723 words
- Structure: 1 section, 86 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative takes place in a historical context and is centered around fictional characters navigating through historical events.
- Drama — The book contains dramatic elements such as complex character relationships and intense emotional situations.
- Romance — A significant subplot in the book deals with romantic relationships and their intricacies.
- Literary Fiction — The book places heavy emphasis on style, character development, and tone, typical aspects of literary fiction.
Tags
literature · fiction · drama · communication · identity · self-discovery · relationships · conflict · emotional · narrative · character development · society