When the Storm was Proudest
When the Storm was Proudest is a novel by George MacDonald that tells the story of a young man named Malcolm who sets out on a journey to find his true identity. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges that test his strength and resolve. The book explores themes of self-discovery, perseverance, and the power of love.
By George MacDonald · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Nature, Philosophical · 295 words
First lines
When the storm was proudest, And the wind was loudest, I heard the hollow caverns drinking down below; When the stars were bright, And the ground was white, I heard the grasses springing underneath the snow.
Many voices spake -- The river to the lake, And the iron-ribbed sky was talking to the sea; And every starry spark Made music with the dark, And said how bright and beautiful everything must be.
When the sun was setting, All the clouds were getting Beautiful and silvery in the rising moon; Beneath the leafless trees Wrangling in the breeze, I could hardly see them for the leaves of June.
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When the Storm was Proudest is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature, Philosophical, Romantic
- Length: 295 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and imagery, characteristic of poetry.
- Nature — The themes and imagery are heavily centered around natural elements such as storms, stars, and landscapes.
- Philosophical — The text explores abstract concepts like beauty, existence, and the passage of time, indicative of philosophical themes.
- Romantic — The emphasis on beauty, nature, and emotional depth aligns with Romantic literary traditions.
Tags
fantasy · adventure · children's literature · moral lessons · imagination · nature · friendship · courage · self-discovery · whimsy · mythical creatures · spirituality