The Flight of the Shadow

Name: The Flight of the Shadow
Author: George MacDonald

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Can I read The Flight of the Shadow in English as a learner?

Yes — read The Flight of the Shadow by George MacDonald in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 36 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

An elderly narrator reflects on her humble origins and the deep connection to nature that shaped her life, setting the stage for a tale of family secrets, rural beauty, and heartfelt memories. Amid changing fortunes, she recalls the people and places that defined her world.

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It's the complete original text, exactly as George MacDonald wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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