Time by George MacDonald (1867)
"Time" is a novel by George MacDonald that explores the concept of time and its relationship to human existence. The story follows a young man named Robert Falconer who travels through different periods in history, encountering various characters and experiencing different events. Through these encounters, he learns about the nature of time and how it affects our lives. The book is known for its philosophical themes and its exploration of the human condition.
By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Poetry, Fantasy, Allegory · 402 words
First lines
A lang-backit, spilgie, fuistit auld carl Gangs a' nicht rakin athort the warl Wi' a pock on his back, luikin hungry an' lean, His crook-fingert han' aye followin his e'en: He gathers up a'thing that canna but fa' -- Intil his bag wi' 't, an' on, an' awa!
Soot an' snaw! soot an' snaw! -- Intil his bag wi' 't, an' on, an' awa!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Fantasy, Allegory, Mythology, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 402 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical structure, characteristic of poetry.
- Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements such as an angel and a mystical transformation, typical of fantasy literature.
- Allegory — The story uses symbolic figures and actions to convey deeper moral or spiritual meanings, aligning with allegorical storytelling.
- Mythology — The presence of mythical creatures and the exploration of existential themes suggest a connection to mythological narratives.
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fantasy · philosophy · time · spirituality · imagination · morality · adventure · narrative · allegory · self-discovery · dreams · existentialism