The Seaboard Parish. Volume III

Name: The Seaboard Parish. Volume III
Author: George MacDonald

The Seaboard Parish. Volume III by George MacDonald is a novel set in the Scottish Highlands during the mid-19th century. The story follows the lives of several characters, including a young minister named Ian MacLaren and his wife Christina, as they navigate their way through life's challenges and joys. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a mysterious stranger who arrives in town and causes quite a stir. The novel explores themes of faith, love, and community, and is considered one of MacDonald's finest works.

By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Fiction, Religious, Philosophical · 13 chapters · 73,163 words

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The autumn was creeping up on the earth, with winter holding by its skirts behind; but before I loose my hold of the garments of summer, I must write a chapter about a walk and a talk I had one night with my wife. It had rained a good deal during the day, but as the sun went down the air began to clear, and when the moon shone out, near the full, she walked the heavens, not "like one that hath been led astray," but as "queen and huntress, chaste and fair."

"What a lovely night it is! " said Ethelwyn, who had come into my study -- where I always sat with unblinded windows, that the night and her creatures might look in upon me -- and had stood gazing out for a moment.

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Work type: Novel
Author: George MacDonald
Date: 1867 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fiction, Religious, Philosophical, Domestic, Victorian
Length: 73,163 words
Structure: 13 chapters, 1,132 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Fiction — The book is a work of narrative prose that tells a story created from the author's imagination.
Religious — The themes and plot are heavily influenced by Christian beliefs and moral teachings.
Philosophical — The narrative explores deep philosophical questions and moral dilemmas.
Domestic — The story focuses on family life and interpersonal relationships within a household setting.