A classic children's story written in England in 1871, this enchanting fairy tale follows a sweet little stable boy in Victorian London who goes on adventures with the majestic North Wind. She is personified as a lovely and mysterious woman, both severe and kind, who teaches young Diamond about herself on their journeys. The innocent, perceptive Diamond is caught up by this powerful entity, and he acts as the perfect character for MacDonald to acknowledge social injustice, explore the place of death in the lives of human beings, and realize the deep need we have for love and forgiveness. MacDonald poignantly addresses questions and fears that all humankind must face in this insightful landmark in children's literature. Ultimately he uncovers the core of our deepest needs and their origin in eternity.
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Book Description:
More than a century after it was written, MacDonald's classic allegory of life and death continues to intrigue readers with the story of a young boy who meets the mysterious and beautiful North Wind.
About the Author:
GEORGE MACDONALD (1824-1905) was a Scottish pastor, poet, and novelist who had a large impact on the later writings of C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien. He is best known for his fantasy novels such as""Phantastes,"" ""The Prince and the Goblin,"" and ""At the
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- PublisherDigireads.Com
- Publication date2009
- ISBN 10 1420932497
- ISBN 13 9781420932492
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages156
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