Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 By: George MacDonald (1824-1905)
Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 by George MacDonald is a collection of 15 stories each exploring different themes and lessons. The stories are beautifully written with vivid descriptions and intricate character development. MacDonald’s writing style is lyrical and poetic, drawing the reader in with its emotional depth and philosophical insight. The stories in Volume 2 delve into themes such as forgiveness, redemption, and the power of love. Each story is thought-provoking and leaves a lasting impression on the reader. MacDonald’s ability to weave together complex narratives with poignant moral messages is truly remarkable. One of the standout aspects of Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 is the character of Adela herself. Her journey of self-discovery and growth throughout the stories is both relatable and inspiring. Her vulnerability and resilience make her a captivating protagonist, and readers will find themselves rooting for her every step of the way. Overall, Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 is a poignant and beautifully crafted collection of stories that will resonate with readers on a deep emotional level. George MacDonald’s timeless themes and lyrical prose make this book a must-read for fans of classic literature and heartfelt storytelling. First Page: ADELA CATHCART BY GEORGE MACDONALD CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME. CHAPTER I. SONG II. THE CURATE AND HIS WIFE III. THE SHADOWS IV. THE EVENING AT THE CURATE'S V. PERCY AND HIS MOTHER VI. THE BROKEN SWORDS VII. MY UNCLE PETER ADELA CATHCART. CHAPTER I. SONG. I confess I was a little dismayed to find what a solemn turn the club stories had taken. But this dismay lasted for a moment only; for I saw that Adela was deeply interested, again wearing the look that indicates abstracted thought and feeling. I said to myself: "This is very different mental fare from what you have been used to, Adela." But she seemed able to mark, learn, and inwardly digest it, for she had the appearance of one who is stilled by the strange newness of her thoughts. I was sure that she was now experiencing a consciousness of existence quite different from anything she had known before. But it had a curious outcome. For, when the silence began to grow painful, no one daring to ask a question, and Mrs. Cathcart had resumed her knitting, Adela suddenly rose, and going to the piano, struck a few chords, and began to sing. The song was one of Heine's strange, ghost dreams, so unreal in everything but feeling, and therefore, as dreams, so true... Continue reading book >>

Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 By: George MacDonald (1824-1905)

Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 by George MacDonald is a collection of 15 stories each exploring different themes and lessons. The stories are beautifully written with vivid descriptions and intricate character development. MacDonald’s writing style is lyrical and poetic, drawing the reader in with its emotional depth and philosophical insight.

The stories in Volume 2 delve into themes such as forgiveness, redemption, and the power of love. Each story is thought-provoking and leaves a lasting impression on the reader. MacDonald’s ability to weave together complex narratives with poignant moral messages is truly remarkable.

One of the standout aspects of Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 is the character of Adela herself. Her journey of self-discovery and growth throughout the stories is both relatable and inspiring. Her vulnerability and resilience make her a captivating protagonist, and readers will find themselves rooting for her every step of the way.

Overall, Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 is a poignant and beautifully crafted collection of stories that will resonate with readers on a deep emotional level. George MacDonald’s timeless themes and lyrical prose make this book a must-read for fans of classic literature and heartfelt storytelling.

First Page:

ADELA CATHCART

BY GEORGE MACDONALD

CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME.

CHAPTER

I. SONG

II. THE CURATE AND HIS WIFE

III. THE SHADOWS

IV. THE EVENING AT THE CURATE'S

V. PERCY AND HIS MOTHER

VI. THE BROKEN SWORDS

VII. MY UNCLE PETER

ADELA CATHCART.

CHAPTER I.

SONG.

I confess I was a little dismayed to find what a solemn turn the club stories had taken. But this dismay lasted for a moment only; for I saw that Adela was deeply interested, again wearing the look that indicates abstracted thought and feeling. I said to myself:

"This is very different mental fare from what you have been used to, Adela."

But she seemed able to mark, learn, and inwardly digest it, for she had the appearance of one who is stilled by the strange newness of her thoughts. I was sure that she was now experiencing a consciousness of existence quite different from anything she had known before. But it had a curious outcome.

For, when the silence began to grow painful, no one daring to ask a question, and Mrs. Cathcart had resumed her knitting, Adela suddenly rose, and going to the piano, struck a few chords, and began to sing. The song was one of Heine's strange, ghost dreams, so unreal in everything but feeling, and therefore, as dreams, so true... Continue reading book >>

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