Where the Blue Begins

"Where the Blue Begins" is a whimsical and profound philosophical fable that follows the adventures of Gissing, a canine protagonist who lives a life of human comforts and middle-class responsibilities. Dissatisfied with the routine of his domestic existence, Gissing embarks on a spiritual and physical quest to find the elusive "blue"-a metaphor for the ultimate meaning and horizon of life. Through Gissing's eyes, Christopher Morley satirizes the foibles of early 20th-century society, exploring themes of commercialism, religion, and the restless search for contentment. Whether he is managing a floor in a bustling department store or serving as a cabin boy on a ship, Gissing's journey is filled with both humor and deep introspection. "Where the Blue Begins" remains a celebrated work of literary fantasy, blending anthropomorphic charm with a serious meditation on the human (and canine) condition. It is a timeless story for readers who enjoy allegorical journeys and the intersection of the mundane with the mystical.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 232, Paperback, Tradd Street Press