Far and Near by George MacDonald
Far and Near is a collection of short stories by George MacDonald. The book includes tales of fantasy, adventure, and morality. Some of the stories are set in Scotland, while others take place in exotic locations around the world. The themes explored include love, faith, and redemption.
By George MacDonald · First published 1880 · Genre: Poetry, Travel Literature, Historical Fiction · 415 words
First lines
[The fact which suggested this poem is related by Clarke in his Travels.]
I. Blue sky above, blue sea below, Far off, the old Nile's mouth, 'Twas a blue world, wherein did blow A soft wind from the south.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1880 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Travel Literature, Historical Fiction, Philosophical, Adventure
- Length: 415 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Travel Literature — The narrative is inspired by travel experiences, as indicated by the reference to Clarke's Travels.
- Historical Fiction — The poem references historical events, such as battles, blending factual elements with creative storytelling.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential and introspective questions, typical of philosophical literature.
Tags
fantasy · adventure · spirituality · imagination · morality · children's literature · allegory · friendship · self-discovery · nature · whimsy · dreams