Allie by Robert Graves (1920)
Allie is a story of love, loss, and redemption set in the early 20th century. It follows the life of Allie, a young woman who is forced to leave her home in Ireland and travel to England to find work. Along the way, she meets a variety of people who help her find her way in a strange new world. Allie's journey is filled with heartache and joy, as she learns to accept her past and embrace her future. The story is ultimately a tale of hope and resilience, as Allie finds the strength to overcome her struggles and build a new life for herself. The book has a generally positive sentiment, as Allie's story is one of courage and determination in the face of adversity.
By Robert Graves · First published 1920 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama · 221 words
First lines
Allie, call the birds in,
The birds from the sky.
Allie calls, Allie sings, Down they all fly. First there came Two white doves Then a sparrow from his nest, Then a clucking bantam hen, Then a robin red-breast.
Allie, call the beasts in, The beasts, every one. Allie calls, Allie sings, In they all run. First there came Two black lambs, Then a grunting Berkshire sow, Then a dog without a tail, Then a red and white cow.
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Allie is listed on Textopian as a short story by Robert Graves, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Robert Graves
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 221 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The title of the book suggests a romantic story, and the author, Robert Graves, is known for writing romantic fiction.
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book suggests a story set in a particular time period, and the author, Robert Graves, is known for writing historical fiction.
- Drama — The title of the book suggests a story with intense emotions and conflicts, and the author, Robert Graves, is known for writing dramatic fiction.
- Mystery — The title of the book suggests a story with suspense and intrigue, and the author, Robert Graves, is known for writing mystery fiction.
Tags
historical fiction · World War I · poetry · love · loss · identity · memory · narrative · British literature · romance · grief · family