Gilian The Dreamer: His Fancy, His Love and Adventure by Neil Munro
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"Gilian The Dreamer: His Fancy, His Love and Adventure" by Neil Munro is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Gilian, a young boy from the rural glens, as he navigates the challenges of growing up, particularly after the death of his beloved grandmother, the goodwife of Ladyfield, forcing him to confront his future and a new life in the town. With vivid imagery and a coming-of-age narrative,
the book explores themes of loss, belonging, and the complexities of youth. The opening of the novel immerses readers in a picturesque Scottish landscape, where Gilian, barefoot and contemplative, travels along a river. As he grapples with the weight of delivering the tragic news of his grandmother's passing, he reflects on his deep connection to her and the changes the loss will bring. The text beautifully juxtaposes the vibrancy of nature with Gilian's introspective musings and concerns about his message's impact on others. Through rich descriptions of the surrounding environment and poignant emotional undercurrents, readers are introduced to Gilian's character and his poignant transition from the idyllic simplicity of his childhood to the uncertainties of adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Munro, Neil, 1864-1930 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gilian The Dreamer: His Fancy, His Love and Adventure |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Highlands (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22211 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-22211-0 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2007 |
| Last Update | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 632 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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