Baby by George MacDonald (1867)
"Baby", a novel by George MacDonald, tells the story of a young girl named Baby who lives in a small village with her family. The book follows Baby's journey as she grows up and learns about life, love, and loss. Along the way, she encounters many challenges and obstacles that test her strength and resilience. Despite these difficulties, Baby remains determined to find happiness and fulfillment in her life.
By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy · 221 words
First lines
Where did you come from, baby dear?
Out of the everywhere into here.
Where did you get those eyes so blue?
Out of the sky as I came through.
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Baby is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1867 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Fantasy, Religious, Philosophical
- Length: 221 words
- Structure: 1 section, 24 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in a rhythmic and rhyming format, characteristic of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The content and style are simple and whimsical, appealing to a young audience.
- Fantasy — The text includes fantastical elements such as angels and divine creation.
- Religious — The text references God and creation, indicating a religious theme.
Tags
fantasy · children's literature · imagination · innocence · adventure · friendship · moral lessons · whimsy · growth · family · love · nature