George MacDonald
George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, born on December 10, 1824, in Huntly, Scotland. He is best known for his enchanting fairy tales and novels that blend elements of fantasy with deep spiritual themes. MacDonald was a pioneer in the genre of children's literature, influencing many later writers, including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. His stories often explore the themes of love, redemption, and the complexities of faith, inviting readers of all ages to ponder profound questions while enjoying rich narratives filled with imaginative characters.
Throughout his life, MacDonald published numerous works, including "Phantastes," "The Princess and the Goblin," and "At the Back of the North Wind." His unique ability to weave moral lessons into captivating tales makes his writings timeless treasures. If you're curious about the depth and beauty of MacDonald's storytelling, take a moment to explore his works in the app. You might just find a new favorite among his enchanting creations!
The Flight of the Shadow
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A fantastical story of personal growth and a warning against the dangers of keeping secrets. This novel by George MacDonald is a deceptively…
Sir Gibbie
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These are the adventures of Sir Gibbie through the Scotland moors. Not being able to read or speak, Gibbie survives on the streets without a…
Robert Falconer
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A Victorian novel devoted to beloved character first introduced to readers in MacDonald's David Elginbrod. (Summary by Kenneth R. Morefield)
The Seaboard Parish
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This is Second book of Three series. All the same characters from the first book, just with a few new friends and family members. The Pastor…
Six Stories
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Six short stories from the master of fantasy! George MacDonald was an influence on many famous fantasy writers, including C. S. Lewis, J. R.…
The Shadows
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"Old Ralph Rinkelmann made his living by comic sketches, and all but lost it again by tragic poems. So he was just the man to be chosen…
David Elginbrod
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David Elginbrod was George MacDonald's first real success, a novel of Scottish country life. Published in 1862, it was dedicated to the memo…
The Cruel Painter
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This is the story of a daring college student's quest to win the icy heart of a beautiful girl. Unfortunately, the girl is the daughter of a…
Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood
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George MacDonald is mainly known for his fantasy works and fairy tales such as At the Back of the North Wind and the Princess and the Goblin…
Donal Grant
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After leaving home in search of work, Donal Grant accepts a position as tutor to a young boy who lives in a sprawling castle, which also hou…
What's Mine's Mine
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Set in the invigorating wilds of Scotland, clans are crumbling and emigrating as their homeland is bought out from under them. The character…
Thomas Wingfold, Curate
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Republished in modern times as "The Curate's Awakening". A young man (Thomas Wingfold) "enters the church" through no re…
Far Above Rubies
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Proverbs 31:10-11 says, "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust i…
St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1
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’St. George and St. Michael’ is a little-known historical romance telling the story of a young couple who find themselves on opposing sides …
The Princess and Curdie (Version 2)
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A year has passed since Curdie's adventures with young Princess Irene and the hostile goblins deep in the mountain. As Curdie grows up, his …
The Vicar's Daughter
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This is the third book of the 'Marshmallow' trilogy. It is a fictional autobiography written by Ethelwyn Percivale, or 'Wynnie'. Her father …
Malcolm
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Malcolm MacPhail has lived, for all of his twenty or so years, in a fishing village on the north coast of Scotland. He lives with his grandf…
The Princess and the Goblin (Dramatic Reading)
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The story of a Princess named Irene, and her adventure with a boy named Curdie Peterson. Princess Irene meets her grandmother, and Irene wan…
The Gifts of the Child Christ
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It's the Advent season in London but all is not well in the Greatorex household. All this will change with a surprise on Christmas morning.…
There and Back
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An unscrupulous baronet is left a widower and couldn't care less what happens to his ugly newborn heir. But when an icy stepmother moves in …