December 27, 1879 by George MacDonald
The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald is a fantasy novel published in 1872. The story follows an eight-year-old princess named Irene who lives with her nursemaid, Lootie, in a remote mountain kingdom ruled by her father, the king. One day, while exploring the castle's labyrinthine passages, Irene encounters a mysterious old man who claims to be her great-great-grandfather and reveals that she has magical powers. As the story unfolds, Irene discovers that there are goblins living beneath the mountain and they plan to kidnap her and take over the kingdom. With the help of her new friend Curdie, a miner's son, Irene must use her magic to defeat the goblins and save the day. The book is considered a classic of children's literature and has been adapted into several films and stage productions.
By George MacDonald · First published 1879 · Genre: Poetry, Inspirational, Religious · 442 words
First lines
Every time would have its song / If the heart were right, / Seeing Love all tender-strong / Fills the day and night.
Weary drop the hands of Prayer / Calling out for peace; / Love always and everywhere / Sings and does not cease.
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December 27, 1879 is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1879 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1879 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Inspirational, Religious, Philosophical
- Length: 442 words
- Structure: 1 section, 16 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Inspirational — Themes of love, faith, and hope are prevalent, aiming to inspire and uplift the reader.
- Religious — The text contains spiritual and religious themes, referencing prayer, faith, and divine love.
- Philosophical — Explores abstract concepts such as love, fear, and grief, prompting reflection on human emotions and morality.
Tags
historical fiction · 19th century · Victorian era · family drama · moral themes · spirituality · redemption · character development · social issues · love · loss · faith