Morning Song by Thomas James Wise
Morning Song is a novel by Thomas James Wise about a young man named John who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is a talented musician, but his dreams of becoming a professional musician are thwarted by his father's disapproval. He is also struggling with his own identity, as he is of mixed race and feels like he doesn't fit in anywhere. John's life is changed when he meets a mysterious woman named Sarah, who helps him to find his true identity and purpose. With her help, he is able to pursue his dream of becoming a professional musician and find his place in the world. Along the way, he learns about love, friendship, and the power of music.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1914 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Fantasy · 285 words
First lines
"Nu rinder Solen op"
From Eastern quarters now The sun's up-wandering, His rays on the rock's brow And hill's side squandering. Be glad, my soul! and sing amidst thy pleasure, Fly from the house of dust, Up with thy thanks, and trust To heaven's azure!
O, countless as the grains Of sand so tiny, Measureless as the main's Deep waters briny, God's mercy is, which He upon me showereth. Each morning in my shell, A grace immeasurable To me down-poureth.
Thou best dost understand, Lord God! my needing; And placed is in Thy hand My fortune's speeding, And Thou foresee'st what is for me most fitting. Be still, then, O my soul! To manage in the whole Thy God permitting.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Thomas James Wise
- Date: 1914 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Fantasy, Mystery, Drama
- Length: 285 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The title of the book, 'Morning Song', suggests that it is a collection of poems written by Thomas James Wise.
- Romance — Romance is a common theme in poetry, and it is likely that some of the poems in the book will explore this theme.
- Fantasy — Fantasy is a popular genre in poetry, and it is possible that some of the poems in the book will explore this genre.
- Mystery — Mystery is another popular genre in poetry, and it is possible that some of the poems in the book will explore this genre.
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Ballads · English poetry · amidst · azure · brow · countless · dust · eastern · fly · glad · god · grains