At the Back of the North Wind (Illustrated Edition)
By George MacDonald
Length9h 25m
About this audiobook
In "At the Back of the North Wind," George MacDonald weaves an enchanting tale that transcends the boundaries of children's literature, delving into themes of love, sacrifice, and the interplay between reality and imagination. This illustrated edition enhances the poetic prose and vivid imagery that characterize MacDonald's literary style, reminiscent of both fairy tales and the Romantic tradition. The narrative follows young Diamond, whose adventures with the mystical North Wind reveal profound truths about human existence and the abstract concept of wonder. MacDonald's exploration of the ethereal and the mundane invites readers to contemplate the nature of dreams and the essence of hope within the context of Victorian society, where moral lessons were paramount in literature. George MacDonald (1824-1905) stands as a pivotal figure in the development of fantasy literature, significantly influencing contemporaries like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. His deep Christian faith and philosophical insights are interwoven throughout his works, reflecting a worldview that celebrates both the extraordinary and the everyday. MacDonald's unique ability to recount stories that captivate both children and adults can be traced to his background as a minister and his profound understanding of human emotion and spirituality. I highly recommend "At the Back of the North Wind" for readers seeking a richly layered narrative that invites reflection and ignites the imagination. This beautifully illustrated edition not only serves as a gateway into MacDonald's fantastical world but also stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the limitless possibilities of what lies 'at the back' of our own perceptions.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length9 hrs 25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE HAY-LOFT
20CHAPTER XX. DIAMOND LEARNS TO READ
2CHAPTER II. THE LAWN
21CHAPTER XXI. SAL'S NANNY
3CHAPTER III. OLD DIAMOND
22CHAPTER XXII. MR. RAYMOND'S RIDDLE
4CHAPTER IV. NORTH WIND
23CHAPTER XXIII. THE EARLY BIRD
5CHAPTER V. THE SUMMER-HOUSE
24CHAPTER XXIV. ANOTHER EARLY BIRD
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6CHAPTER VI. OUT IN THE STORM
25CHAPTER XXV. DIAMOND'S DREAM
7CHAPTER VII. THE CATHEDRAL
26CHAPTER XXVI. DIAMOND TAKES A FARE THE WRONG WAY RIGHT
8CHAPTER VIII. THE EAST WINDOW
27CHAPTER XXVII. THE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
9CHAPTER IX. HOW DIAMOND GOT TO THE BACK OF THE NORTH WIND
28CHAPTER XXVIII. LITTLE DAYLIGHT
10CHAPTER X. AT THE BACK OF THE NORTH WIND
29CHAPTER XXIX. RUBY
11CHAPTER XI. HOW DIAMOND GOT HOME AGAIN
30CHAPTER XXX. NANNY'S DREAM
12CHAPTER XII. WHO MET DIAMOND AT SANDWICH
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE NORTH WIND DOTH BLOW
13CHAPTER XIII. THE SEASIDE
32CHAPTER XXXII. DIAMOND AND RUBY
14CHAPTER XIV. OLD DIAMOND
33CHAPTER XXXIII. THE PROSPECT BRIGHTENS
15CHAPTER XV. THE MEWS
34CHAPTER XXXIV. IN THE COUNTRY
16CHAPTER XVI. DIAMOND MAKES A BEGINNING
35CHAPTER XXXV. I MAKE DIAMOND'S ACQUAINTANCE
17CHAPTER XVII. DIAMOND GOES ON
36CHAPTER XXXVI. DIAMOND QUESTIONS NORTH WIND
18CHAPTER XVIII. THE DRUNKEN CABMAN
37CHAPTER XXXVII. ONCE MORE
19CHAPTER XIX. DIAMOND'S FRIENDS
38CHAPTER XXXVIII. AT THE BACK OF THE NORTH WIND
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