The Broken Lute
The Broken Lute is a novel by Theodosia Pickrering Garrison that tells the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world. The novel follows the story of Lila, a young woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. She is a talented musician, but her family is too poor to afford her the opportunity to pursue her dreams. When her father dies, Lila is left with no choice but to take a job as a governess in a wealthy family. At first, Lila is overwhelmed by the wealth and privilege of her new employers, but she soon finds a place for herself in the family. She forms a bond with the children, and her music brings joy to the household. But when tragedy strikes, Lila must find the strength to pick up the pieces and move on. The Broken Lute is a story of resilience and hope, and of finding one's place in the world. It is a story of courage and determination, and of the power of music to bring joy and healing.
By Theodosia Pickrering Garrison · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 146 words
First lines
Good-bye, my song -- I, who found words for sorrow, Offer my joy to-day a useless lute. In the deep night I sang me of the morrow; The sun is on my face and I am mute.
Good-bye, my song, in you was all my yearning, The prayer for this poor heart I wore so long. Now love heaps roses where the wounds were burning; What need have I for song?
Long since I sang of all one loves and misses; How may I sing to-day who know no wrong? My lips are all for laughter and for kisses. Good-bye, my song.
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The Broken Lute 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: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Coming of Age, Adventure
- Length: 146 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world.
- Romance — The book follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and her romantic relationships with various characters.
- Drama — The book follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and her relationships with various characters, which often leads to dramatic moments.
- Coming of Age — The book follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and her growth as a person.
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Poetry · burning · bye · day · deep · face · found · good · heaps · heart · joy · long