A Little Pilgrim: Stories of the Seen and the Unseen by Mrs. Oliphant
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"A Little Pilgrim: Stories of the Seen and the Unseen" by Mrs. Oliphant is a philosophical allegory written during the late 19th century. The story introduces a character known as the Little Pilgrim, who embarks on a profound exploration of existence and the afterlife, transitioning from the reality of earthly life to a beautifully depicted realm beyond death. The narrative delves into themes of life, death, and the afterlife, exploring concepts of
memory, identity, and the spiritual connections that persist beyond physical existence. The opening portion of the narrative presents the Little Pilgrim awakening in a serene, otherworldly environment after discussing the concept of dying with a friend. Initially content and enveloped in a peaceful atmosphere, she gradually realizes that she has crossed a threshold into a new state of being, devoid of her previous pains and worries. As she navigates this new realm, she encounters other beings, including a younger, more vibrant companion who guides her in understanding her new existence. They share conversations that express relief and joy about their transition after death, while also expressing concern for those they left behind. The opening sets a contemplative tone, inviting readers to consider their own perceptions of life and the afterlife through the experiencing eyes of the Little Pilgrim. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Little Pilgrim: Stories of the Seen and the Unseen |
| Credits | Produced by Stan Goodman, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Death -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10050 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10050-0 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 529 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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