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Jonathan Livingston Le Goeland

Jonathan Livingston Le Goeland

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NovellaAnimalsClassics
Pages
146
Published
1970
Language
English

Synopsis

This is the story of Jonathan Livingston Seagull, a bird who yearns for more than just the daily struggle for survival. He seeks to understand the true meaning of flight and life, pushing the boundaries of what a seagull can achieve. It's a tale about pursuing perfection and discovering one's potential.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

HopefulInspiringReflectivePhilosophical
QuestComing of AgeMentor Figure

Genres

Animals Classics Fantasy Folklore Literary Fiction Philosophy Self-Help Spirituality

Authors

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Richard Bach

Richard David Bach is an American writer. He has written numerous works of fiction and also non-fiction flight-related titles. His works include Jonathan Livingston Seagull (1970) and Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah (1977), both of which were among the 1970's biggest sellers. Most of Bach's books have been semi-autobiographical, using actual or fictionalized events from his life to illustrate his philosophy. His books espouse his philosophy that our apparent physical limi...

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Russell Munson

Russell Munson is the author of Jonathan Livingston Le Goeland, a story that explores themes of freedom and self-discovery. His work often touches on the natural world and the journeys of its inhabitants.

Characters

Jonathan Livingston SeagullProtagonist
Fletcher Lynd SeagullSupporting

A hot-tempered outcast gull who becomes Jonathan's first pupil, and later takes up teaching the flock himself.

Chiang (Jonathan Livingston Seagull)Supporting

An elder gull who mentors Jonathan in the higher planes of existence, teaching him to transcend space and time.

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