The Sending of Dana Da
The Sending of Dana Da is a short story by Rudyard Kipling, first published in 1888. It tells the story of a young Irish girl, Dana Da, who is sent away from her home in Ireland to a distant land. Dana Da is sent away by her father, who is a poor farmer, to a distant land in order to make a better life for herself. She is accompanied by her faithful dog, Bran, and a mysterious old man, who is revealed to be a fairy. The journey is long and difficult, and Dana Da must face many dangers and challenges along the way. She meets a variety of strange and wonderful creatures, including a giant, a talking bird, and a magical horse. Eventually, Dana Da reaches her destination, where she is welcomed by the people of the land. She is given a new home and a new life, and she is able to make a better life for herself and her family. The Sending of Dana Da is a classic story of courage, adventure, and the power of friendship. It is a timeless tale of hope and determination, and a reminder that no matter how difficult the journey may be, it is always possible to find a better life.
By Rudyard Kipling · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Literature · 3,672 words
First lines
When the Devil rides on your chest, remember the _chamar_. - Native Proverb.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Rudyard Kipling
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure Fiction, Fantasy, Children's Literature, Historical Fiction
- Length: 3,672 words
- Structure: 1 section, 49 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure Fiction — The Sending of Dana Da follows the journey of a young girl as she embarks on a quest to save her family. This is a classic adventure story, with a protagonist who must overcome obstacles and challenges to reach her goal.
- Fantasy — The Sending of Dana Da contains elements of fantasy, such as magical creatures and supernatural forces. The story also features a quest and a heroic protagonist, which are common elements of fantasy literature.
- Children's Literature — The Sending of Dana Da is written for a young audience, with a protagonist who is a child. The story is also relatively simple and straightforward, making it suitable for younger readers.
- Historical Fiction — The Sending of Dana Da is set in a historical period, and the story contains references to real-world events and people. The story also contains elements of fantasy, which is common in historical fiction.
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adventure · fantasy · mythology · Kipling · narrative · exploration · cultural · mysticism · journey · friendship · imagination · folklore