Unrest by George MacDonald (1882)
Unrest is a novel by George MacDonald that explores the themes of love, loss, and redemption. The story follows the lives of two young lovers who are separated by tragedy and must find their way back to each other. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters and face numerous challenges that test their resolve and strengthen their bond.
By George MacDonald · First published 1882 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Nature · 148 words
First lines
Comes there, O Earth, no breathing time for thee, No pause upon thy many-chequered lands?
Now resting on my bed with listless hands I mourn thee resting not. Continually Hear I the plashing borders of the sea Answer each other from the rocks and sands!
Troop all the rivers seawards; nothing stands, But with strange noises hasteth terribly!
Loam-eared hyenas go a moaning by; Howls to each other all the bloody crew Of Afric's tigers! but, O men, from you Comes this perpetual sound more loud and high Than aught that vexes air! I hear the cry Of infant generations rising too!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1882 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Nature, Social Commentary
- Length: 148 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 a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential and philosophical questions about the state of the world and humanity's place in it.
- Nature — There is a strong emphasis on natural imagery and the relationship between humans and the natural world.
- Social Commentary — The text reflects on societal issues and human behavior, critiquing the perpetual unrest caused by mankind.
Tags
spirituality · self-discovery · inner conflict · philosophy · existentialism · moral dilemmas · faith · doubt · redemption · human experience · emotional turmoil · introspection