The Midnight Folk (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Children's Fantasy ClassicBy John Masefield
Length8h 18m
About this audiobook
The Midnight Folk is a richly patterned children's fantasy in which young Kay Harker, confined within an old country house, enters a nocturnal world of talking animals, enchanted toys, witches, smugglers, and buried treasure. Masefield writes in a supple, musical prose that carries the cadences of ballad, nursery tale, and romance, placing the novel within the distinguished tradition of post-Edwardian English fantasy while giving it a peculiarly dreamlike urgency. John Masefield, later Poet Laureate, brought to the book the resources of a poet, sailor, and storyteller steeped in maritime legend and rural memory. Orphaned in childhood and sent early into a life of discipline and travel, he developed a lasting sympathy for solitary children and for imaginative escape. His fascination with ships, folklore, and hidden histories informs Kay's adventures and the novel's mingling of domestic realism with mythic quest. Readers who value children's literature of depth and strangeness will find The Midnight Folk both exhilarating and intricate. It rewards those drawn to enchanted houses, secret lineages, and language alive with rhythm. More than a treasure hunt, it is a celebration of courage, memory, and the liberating power of the imagination.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (48)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon
GenreChildren's Literature
Length8 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 19, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1BEATRIX POTTER Ultimate Collection - 22 Children's Books With Complete Original Illustrations
7The Midnight Folk (pt. 3)
2Introduction
8The Midnight Folk (pt. 4)
3Synopsis
9Analysis
4Historical Context
10Reflection
5The Midnight Folk (pt. 1)
11Memorable Quotes
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6The Midnight Folk (pt. 2)
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