Nannie Braw by George MacDonald
Nannie Braw is a novel by George MacDonald that tells the story of a young woman named Nannie who lives in Scotland during the early 19th century. The book follows her journey from childhood to adulthood as she navigates various challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and societal expectations. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and self-discovery.
By George MacDonald · First published 1893 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Domestic Fiction · 484 words
First lines
I like ye weel upo Sundays, Nannie, I' yer goon and yer ribbons and a'; But I like ye better on Mondays, Nannie, Whan ye're no sae buskit and braw.
For whan we're sittin sae douce, Nannie, Wi' the lave o' the worshippin fowk, That aneth the haly hoose, Nannie, Ye micht hear a moudiwarp howk,
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Nannie Braw is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1893 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Domestic Fiction, Scottish Literature
- Length: 484 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes revolve around affection and admiration, typical of romantic literature.
- Domestic Fiction — The narrative focuses on everyday life and domestic settings, highlighting personal relationships and household activities.
- Scottish Literature — The use of Scots language and cultural references situates the work within Scottish literary tradition.
Tags
fantasy · children's literature · Scottish · adventure · imagination · friendship · family · moral lessons · whimsy · fairy tale · coming of age · nature