The Bride
The Bride is a novel by Theodosia Pickrering Garrison that tells the story of a young woman named Lizzie who is determined to find her own way in life. After her father dies, Lizzie is left with no money and no prospects. She is determined to make something of herself and so she sets out to find a job and a place to live. Along the way, she meets a variety of people who help her on her journey, including a kind-hearted farmer, a mysterious stranger, and a wealthy businessman. As she struggles to make her way in the world, Lizzie discovers that she has a strength and courage that she never knew she had. In the end, she finds true love and a place to call home.
By Theodosia Pickrering Garrison · First published 1917 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Fantasy · 356 words
First lines
I Though other eyes were turned to him, He turned to look in mine; Though others filled the cup abrim, He might not taste the wine.
I am so glad my eyes were first In which his own might sink; I am so glad he went athirst Until I bade him drink.
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The Bride is listed on Textopian as a short story by Theodosia Pickrering Garrison, dated 1917 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Theodosia Pickrering Garrison
- Date: 1917 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Fantasy
- Length: 356 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The title of the book, 'The Bride', implies a romantic story, and the author, Theodosia Pickrering Garrison, is known for writing romantic fiction.
- Historical Fiction — Theodosia Pickrering Garrison is known for writing historical fiction, and the book may be set in a historical context.
- Fantasy — The book may contain elements of fantasy, as Theodosia Pickrering Garrison is known for writing fantasy stories.
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Poetry · abrim · athirst · bade · belovèd · cold · crowned · cup · door · drink · every · eyes