An seinem einundzwanzigsten Geburtstag entdeckt der englische Lord Anodos im Sekretär seines Vaters ein Geheimfach. Dort erwartet ihn eine kleine Statuette, die ihm seinen sehnlichsten Wunsch erfüllt: einen Weg ins Feenland zu finden. Auf seiner mythischen Reise lernt Anodos die Geheimnisse der Blumen und Bäume kennen; er gewinnt Freunde, die ihm bei seiner abenteuerlichen Wanderung beistehen, und muss vor bösen Geistern auf der Hut sein. Er erlebt, wie Figuren aus Alabaster und Marmor lebendig werden, begegnet dem Ritter Parzifal in seiner roten Rüstung und gelangt schließlich in den...

Unspoken Sermons Series I, II, and III is a series of sermons by George MacDonald. The author presents God in a way that relates to modern reality. His teaching is dense, but full of nutrition for the soul.

The Hope of the Gospel is a collection of spiritual discussion. The author MacDonald lays out the shape of the Gospel as he understands it. And his pious and humble interpretation full of hope and joy of the Bible was refreshing in 1890s.In this book, MacDonald discusses his religious beliefs. Topics included are salvation from sin, the remission of sins, Jesus in the world, Jesus and his fellow townsmen, the heirs of heaven and earth, sorrow the pledge of joy, God's family, the reward of obedience, and the hope of the universe.

George MacDonald's novel, 'The Curate's Awakening, The Lady's Confession & The Baron's Apprenticeship' is a collection of three intertwined stories that explore themes of faith, redemption, and personal growth in the context of societal expectations and moral dilemmas. Written in MacDonald's characteristic descriptive and introspective style, the book delves deep into the complexities of human nature and relationships, offering moral lessons and spiritual insights throughout. Set against the backdrop of Victorian-era England, the narrative showcases MacDonald's poetic language and vivid...

"Malcolm; or The Fisherman's Lady" tells the story of a poor fisherman Malcolm MacPhail. Young man is raised by his grandfather and discovers that he has noble origins and that he is actually the true son of the Marquise of Lossie. He manages to find employment in the castle and gains the mad laird's trust. Step by step he is entering the new world and introducing the life that was taken from him in the first place. The Marquis' Secret completes the story of Malcolm, a young fisherman set to become new Marquise of Lossie. Malcolm decides to hide his true identity, so he can help his sister...

In 'At the Back of the North Wind' by George MacDonald, readers are taken on a magical journey through the fantastical and emotional landscape of childhood. With its blend of fantasy, realism, and moral allegory, this book transcends the typical children's literature of its time, offering a deeper exploration of themes such as poverty, death, and the afterlife. MacDonald's lyrical prose and imaginative storytelling style create a captivating reading experience that lingers in the hearts and minds of readers long after the final page is turned. 'At the Back of the North Wind' is a timeless...

At the Back of the North Wind is a children's book by George MacDonald. It is a fantasy centered on a boy named Diamond and his adventures with the North Wind. Diamond is a very sweet little boy who makes joy everywhere he goes. He fights despair and gloom and brings peace to his family. One night, as he is trying to sleep, Diamond repeatedly plugs up a hole in the loft wall to stop the wind from blowing in. However, he soon finds out that this is stopping the North Wind from seeing through her window. Diamond befriends her, and North Wind lets him ride on her back, taking him on several...

Phantastes: A Faerie Romance for Men and Women is a fantasy novel written by George MacDonald. The story centers on the character Anodos and takes its inspiration from German Romanticism, particularly Novalis. It concerns a young man who is pulled into a dreamlike world and over there he hunts for his ideal of female beauty, embodied by the "Marble Lady". Anodos lives through many adventures and temptations while in the other world, until he is finally ready to give up his ideals. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in...

The Princess and the Goblin and its sequel quietly suggest in every incident ideas of courage and honor. Both the books start out as normal fairy tales, but slowly become stranger, and they contain layers of symbolism similar to that of Lewis Carroll's work. Eight-year-old Princess Irene lives a lonely life in a castle in a wild, desolate, mountainous kingdom, with only her nursemaid "Lootie" for company. Her father the king is normally absent, and her mother is dead. Unknown to her, the nearby mines are inhabited by a race of goblins, long banished from the kingdom and now anxious to take...

"Sir Gibbie"- The novel follows Sir Gibbie on his adventures through the moors of Scotland's Highlands. Having no mother and an alcoholic father, Gibbie must survive on the streets as a child unable to read or speak. It is notable for its Doric dialogue, but has been criticized, especially by members of the Scottish Renaissance, for being part of the kailyard movement. Despite this, there are far more who claim the book paints a fair view of urban as well as rural life. The book doesn't seem to dwell as long on physical geography as it does on the spiritual geography of the soul. "Donal...