Lost but Safe by George MacDonald
Lost but Safe is a novel by George MacDonald that tells the story of a young girl named Lucy who becomes lost in a forest and must rely on her wits to survive. Along the way, she meets various characters who help her on her journey back home. The book explores themes of faith, perseverance, and the power of imagination.
By George MacDonald · First published 1873 · Genre: Children's Literature, Adventure, Fantasy · 85 words
First lines
Lost the little one roams about, Pathway or shelter none can find; Blinking stars are coming out; No one is moving but the wind; It is no use to cry or shout, All the world is still as a mouse; One thing only eases her mind: "Father knows I'm not in the house! "
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Lost but Safe is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1873 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1873 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Adventure, Fantasy, Poetry, Family
- Length: 85 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The narrative centers around a child, suggesting themes and a style suitable for young readers.
- Adventure — The plot involves a child roaming and being lost, which aligns with adventure themes.
- Fantasy — The presence of blinking stars and a still world evokes a fantastical atmosphere.
- Poetry — The text is structured in a poetic form, with rhyme and rhythm.
Tags
fantasy · adventure · self-discovery · spirituality · friendship · loss · redemption · imagination · childhood · journey · hope · faith