The Returning
The Returning is a novel by Theodosia Pickrering Garrison that follows the story of a young woman named Lila, who is struggling to find her place in the world. After a traumatic event in her past, Lila has been living a life of isolation and loneliness. But when she meets a mysterious stranger, she begins to question her life and the choices she has made. Lila embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning about her past and the secrets that have been kept from her. Along the way, she meets a variety of people who help her to understand her true identity and the power of love. As she discovers more about herself, she also discovers the power of forgiveness and the importance of family. The Returning is a story of hope and redemption, and a reminder that no matter how far we have gone, we can always find our way back home.
By Theodosia Pickrering Garrison · First published 1917 · Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance · 130 words
First lines
I said I will go back again where we Were glad together. But my dear, my dear, Where are the roses we were wont to see The songs we used to hear?
I said the hearth-flame that once burned for us I will renew with all the cheer of old, Yet here within the circle luminous Our very hearts are cold.
That was a barren garden that we found, This was an empty house we came to meet, We, who for all our longing, hear no sound Of Love's returning feet.
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The Returning 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: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 130 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The book title suggests a supernatural element, and the author's writing style is likely to include elements of the fantastical.
- Mystery — The title implies a sense of mystery and intrigue, and the plot is likely to involve some form of investigation or discovery.
- Romance — The author's writing style is likely to include romantic elements, and the plot may involve a romantic relationship.
- Adventure — The title implies a sense of adventure and exploration, and the plot is likely to involve some form of journey or quest.
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Poetry · back · barren · burned · came · cheer · circle · cold · dear · empty · flame · found