Dear Reader,The following is a feminist rhetorical analysis of one of my favorite books, Phantastes by George MacDonald. Though we use the word “feminist” in rhetorical criticism, it is not particular to females, nor is it political. Instead, it seeks to disrupt hegemonic views (long-standing ideologies). I hope you enjoy reading and are encouraged to pick up this

“Do not desire," he said to me With wearied eyes and worn beliefs,"Desire only comes to grief;From seeking, there is no relief." I asked him all that he desired--He showed me what he had acquired:All the time that he had spentOn clothes and foodand friends and rent; On chasing after selfish dreams,Desires born of ingrown schemes. I said, "You simply live too