In the Night by George MacDonald
The Night is a novel by George MacDonald that tells the story of a young man named Philip who embarks on a journey to find his true self. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences that help him grow and develop as a person. The book explores themes such as identity, spirituality, and the nature of reality.
By George MacDonald · First published 1856 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational · 223 words
First lines
As to her child a mother calls, "Come to me, child; come near!"
Calling, in silent intervals, The Master's voice I hear.
But does he call me verily?
To have me does he care?
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In the Night is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1856 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1856 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical
- Length: 223 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Religious — The text explores themes of divine love, faith, and spiritual calling, which are central to religious literature.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and a focus on lyrical expression.
- Inspirational — The themes of divine love and personal worth are intended to inspire and uplift the reader.
- Philosophical — The text delves into existential questions about self-worth and divine purpose, characteristic of philosophical inquiry.
Tags
fantasy · allegory · spirituality · dreams · imagination · mysticism · adventure · childhood · morality · nature · light vs darkness · self-discovery