To the Life Eternal by George MacDonald
To the Life Eternal is a novel by George MacDonald that explores themes of immortality and spirituality. The story follows a group of characters who are searching for meaning in their lives, and ultimately discover the power of love and faith to transcend death.
By George MacDonald · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 53 words
First lines
Thou art my thought, my heart, my being's fortune, / The search for thee my growth's first conscious date; / For nought, for everything, I thee importune; / Thou art my all, my origin and fate!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical
- Length: 53 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes of love and devotion are central, as indicated by the speaker's expressions of affection and longing.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes such as origin, fate, and the nature of being, which are common in philosophical literature.
Tags
spirituality · eternal life · faith · redemption · Christianity · morality · philosophy · soul · afterlife · divine love · hope · salvation