A Book of Dreams. Part II
A Book of Dreams. Part II by George MacDonald is a collection of short stories that explore the nature of dreams and their relationship to reality. The book includes tales about characters who find themselves in strange and surreal situations, often with unexpected twists and turns. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are more philosophical or allegorical in nature. Overall, the collection is a thought-provoking exploration of the human imagination and its ability to create alternate realities.
By George MacDonald · First published 1872 · Genre: Fantasy, Poetry, Romanticism · 3,040 words
First lines
I. A gloomy and a windy day! No sunny spot is bare; Dull vapours, in uncomely play, Go weltering through the air: If through the windows of my mind I let them come and go, My thoughts will also in the wind Sweep restless to and fro.
I drop my curtains for a dream. -- What comes? A mighty swan, With plumage like a sunny gleam, And folded airy van! She comes, from sea-plains dreaming, sent By sea-maids to my shore, With stately head proud-humbly bent, And slackening swarthy oar.
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A Book of Dreams. Part II is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1872 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Romanticism, Symbolism, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 3,040 words
- Structure: 1 section, 60 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The text features dreamlike sequences, mythical creatures like swans, and fantastical settings, which are hallmarks of the fantasy genre.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse, with a focus on rhythm, imagery, and metaphor, characteristic of poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of nature, emotion, and the sublime are prevalent, aligning with the Romantic literary movement.
- Symbolism — The text uses symbolic imagery, such as swans and dreams, to convey deeper meanings and emotions.
Tags
dreams · fantasy · imagination · adventure · mystical · allegory · spirituality · narrative · symbolism · children's literature · whimsy · moral lessons