Song of a Poor Pilgrim
The Song of a Poor Pilgrim by George MacDonald tells the story of a young man who sets out on a journey to find his true self. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges that test his faith and resolve. The book is a powerful allegory about the human condition and the search for meaning in life.
By George MacDonald · First published 1875 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical · 232 words
First lines
Roses all the rosy way!
Roses to the rosier west Where the roses of the day Cling to night's unrosy breast!
Thou who mak'st the roses, why Give to every leaf a thorn?
On thy rosy highway I Still am by thy roses torn!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1875 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Religious, Philosophical, Allegory
- Length: 232 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Religious — Themes of spiritual journey and divine creation are present, suggesting a religious undertone.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential questions and reflections on life, indicative of philosophical literature.
- Allegory — The use of symbolic elements like roses and thorns suggests an allegorical interpretation of life's challenges.
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spirituality · pilgrimage · faith · self-discovery · redemption · suffering · hope · journey · Christianity · allegory · mysticism · inner peace