Unfinished Rainbows, and Other Essays

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Unfinished Rainbows, and Other Essays

by George Wood Anderson

EN·~3 hours·27 chapters

Chapters

27 total

Unfinished Rainbows And Other Essays

9:04

II. Gathering Sunsets

8:57

III. Beyond the Curtained Clouds

8:54

IV. Tilling the Sky

9:01

V. Unquarried Statues

8:50

VI. The Ages to Come

9:12

VII. The Unlocked Door of Truth

9:32

VIII. Weaving Sunbeams

9:07

IX. The Pathway of a Noble Purpose

8:30

X. Swords for Moral Battles

9:19

Description

A series of reflective essays invites listeners to linger on the symbolism of the rainbow as a promise of steadfast love amid life’s storms. Drawing on biblical narratives, natural wonder, and everyday trials, the author weaves together vivid imagery and gentle theology to show how even fragmented light can point to deeper assurance. Each piece balances poetic description with practical counsel, encouraging a fresh eye for hope when grief, loss, or uncertainty clouds the view.

The collection moves from the ancient covenant after the flood to modern moments of personal hardship—illness, financial collapse, and lingering doubt—illustrating how a simple arch of color can become a beacon of resilience. Listeners will hear heartfelt stories that acknowledge pain while gently guiding attention toward the enduring presence that steadies the soul. The tone remains calm and uplifting, offering both comfort and a quiet invitation to see the divine in the everyday.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (227K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United States: The Abingdon press, 1922.

Credits

MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Mar 13, 2022

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Wood Anderson

George Wood Anderson

b. 1873

Best known for Unfinished Rainbows, he wrote in a warm, devotional style shaped by years as a pastor, evangelist, and public speaker. His essays aim to encourage faith and perseverance without losing sight of everyday struggles.

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