Death of a character2/5
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Mortality, sorrow, and spiritual longing are recurring poetic concerns, though this is not a narrative centered on deaths.
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A hidden life, and other poems
Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for A hidden life, and other poems by George MacDonald. This book is recommended for ages 9+; content notes include Religious themes, Death of a character, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Kindness & empathy.
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Recommended age9+
Strongest cautions
- Religious themes5/5
- Death of a character2/5
- Frightening scenes1/5
Strongest positives
- Creativity & curiosity4/5
- Kindness & empathy3/5
- Positive messages3/5
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- What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
- What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
- Which choice in A hidden life, and other poems would you have made differently, and why?
- Who changed the most in A hidden life, and other poems, and what caused that change?
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