Mother Nature by George MacDonald
"Mother Nature" by George MacDonald is a book that explores the relationship between humans and nature. The author argues that we should view nature as our mother, who provides us with everything we need to survive and thrive. He encourages readers to develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world and to take steps to protect it from harm.
By George MacDonald · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Fantasy · 134 words
First lines
Beautiful mother is busy all day, So busy she neither can sing nor say; But lovely thoughts, in a ceaseless flow, Through her eyes, and her ears, and her bosom go -- Motion, sight, and sound, and scent, Weaving a royal, rich content.
When night is come, and her children sleep, Beautiful mother her watch doth keep; With glowing stars in her dusky hair Down she sits to her music rare; And her instrument that never fails, Is the hearts and the throats of her nightingales.
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Mother Nature is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Fantasy, Philosophical
- Length: 134 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Nature — The themes revolve around natural elements and the personification of nature as a mother.
- Fantasy — The depiction of nature with human-like qualities and magical elements suggests a fantasy genre.
- Philosophical — The work explores deeper meanings and reflections on nature and existence.
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nature · environment · philosophy · spirituality · imagination · childhood · growth · wisdom · mythology · creativity · transformation · love