Reciprocity by George MacDonald
Reciprocity is a novel by George MacDonald that explores the theme of love and sacrifice. The story follows two characters, Adela Cathcart and Sir Philip Norton, who are both struggling with their own personal demons. Through their interactions with each other and with others in their community, they learn about the power of forgiveness and redemption. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the importance of compassion and empathy.
By George MacDonald · First published 1870 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical · 167 words
First lines
Her mother, Elfie older grown, One evening, for adieu, Said, "You'll not mind being left alone, For God takes care of you!"
In child-way her heart's eye did see The correlation's node: "Yes," she said, "God takes care o' me, An' I take care o' God."
The child and woman were the same, She changed not, only grew; 'Twixt God and her no shadow came: The true is always true!
As daughter, sister, promised wife, Her heart with love did brim: Now, sure, it brims as full of life, Hid fourteen years in him!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical, Family, Romance
- Length: 167 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — The themes revolve around divine care and spiritual relationships, indicating a religious genre.
- Philosophical — The exploration of truth and the relationship between God and humans suggests philosophical undertones.
- Family — References to familial roles such as mother, daughter, and sister highlight family themes.
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fantasy · allegory · morality · friendship · love · sacrifice · redemption · spirituality · imagination · adventure · self-discovery · human nature