At the Back of the North Wind
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 2006-06-17 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #18614 |
Description
"At the Back of the North Wind" by George MacDonald is a children's fantasy novel serialized beginning in 1868 and published in book form in 1871. The story follows Diamond, a sweet young boy who befriends the mysterious North Wind, a goddess-like being. Together they embark on nighttime adventures through the sky, where Diamond gradually discovers her true nature. The tale explores deep theological questions while telling the story of a child who brings joy and peace wherever he goes, even as he seems not entirely of this world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)