| Author |
Wilberforce, Samuel, 1805-1873 |
| Title |
The rocky island, and other similitudes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1849 (tenth) Francis & John Rivington edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"The Rocky Island, and Other Similitudes" by Samuel Wilberforce is a collection of allegorical works written in the mid-19th century. The stories within aim to impart moral and religious lessons using vivid imagery and metaphorical narrative structures, intended for readers of all ages. The overarching theme revolves around the journey of spirituality and faith, as illustrated through scenarios involving children and their interactions with a guiding figure. The opening of the narrative introduces a dream where a rocky island, representative of the world’s perils, contrasts with a serene, beautiful land across a tumultuous sea. Children are depicted playing on the island, seemingly oblivious to the dangers posed by a burning mountain and violent storms. A noble man arrives to warn them of the threats and offers a means of escape through small boats, urging them to follow him toward a land filled with joy and beauty. This engaging beginning sets the stage for the allegorical exploration of human tendencies toward distraction and the importance of guidance and faith in navigating life's challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Children's stories, English
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Allegories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20541 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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