Bøker av George Macdonald

"Phantastes" is a fantasy novel written by George MacDonald. The book tells the story of Anodos, a young man who becomes bored with his mundane life and sets out on a journey into a magical realm. As Anodos explores this new world, he encounters a variety of mythical creatures and beings, including fairies, goblins, and a shadowy figure known as the Ashen One. He also falls in love with a beautiful woman named Una, but soon discovers that she is under a curse and must be rescued from the clutches of the Ashen One. Throughout his journey, Anodos faces a series of trials and tribulations that test his courage and determination. He must confront his own flaws and weaknesses, as well as the dangers posed by the Ashen One and his minions. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the fantasy world that MacDonald created, as well as its exploration of themes such as self-discovery, redemption, and the power of imagination.

""The Princess and the Goblin"" is a fantasy novel written by George MacDonald and first published in 1872. The story follows the adventures of Princess Irene and her unlikely friendship with a young miner named Curdie. Together, they must face the goblins who dwell beneath the mountains and threaten the safety of the kingdom.Set in a magical world filled with enchantment and mystery, the novel explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the power of imagination. As Princess Irene and Curdie navigate the treacherous underground passages and encounter fantastical creatures, they learn important lessons about trust, compassion, and the nature of true heroism.George MacDonald's ""The Princess and the Goblin"" is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling, rich symbolism, and its ability to resonate with readers of all ages. It captures the wonder and excitement of childhood while delivering deeper messages about courage and the triumph of good over evil.

Salted with Fire by George MacDonald has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Paul Faber, Surgeon by George MacDonald has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Miracles of Our Lord by George MacDonald has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Regarding physical appearance, Richard Heywood was a young man who was already tall and strong. His lovely brown face radiated a wealth of sunshine and fresh air. His hazel eyes had a bright glitter in the center that lightened the shadows under his very thick lids, which were also slightly over-browed. Lord Worcester had developed such a fondness for Dorothy, in part due to the amusement she and her mastiff brought him at first, that he was saddened to learn that she would not be seated at his table but rather at the housekeeper. Caspar started searching for hidden valuables as soon as he learned of Richard's passing.Although their hands each held the other's hearts, their eyes only briefly met in the flashes of double dawn. For a brief time, Dorothy believed Raglan had been rebuilt; the ruin and the winter had disappeared in front of Richard Branson, the creative pulse of the heart of love. The marquis responded, ""Love outlives all but leasing,"" and her gaze shifted to Richard's. The image vanishes, and the ancient walls rise like a shattered cenotaph. However, the same sky, with its unpredictable clouds, continues to loom above them. And while a man's head or spirit may evolve, his heart never changes.

Phantastes, one of George MacDonald's most important and enduring works, chronicles the adventures of Anodos, a young man of twenty-one, in fairyland where he wrestles with tree-spirits, the shadow, giants, and monsters while encountering dancing statues, fairies, and other magical beings. Dreamlike and whimsical, the tale is ultimately a quest for freedom that can only come with the ultimate sacrifice. This Warbler Classics edition includes a biographical timeline.

The Light Princess and Other Fairy Stories, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies.

The Light Princess, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies.

Lilith: A Romance, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies.

There are two of MacDonald's fairy tales in this collection from 1862. The goblin Toadstool and the fairy Pease blossom embark on the most bizarre mission: to entice a boy and a girl to Faery so they can be brought before the Fairyland Queen because her subjects are too well-behaved to be amusing. Once upon a time, the Queen of Fairyland had a sudden longing to have a mortal or two at her Court. She fixed upon two to bring to Fairyland, but how were they to be brought? "I have heard that you have pretty ways of doing things; so you may try." Alice was the daughter of the squire, a pretty, good-natured girl whom her friends called fairy-like. One rosy summer evening she lay gazing at the wall opposite her window with tears in her eyes. All around them was a vast, hilly landscape. She was unable to even determine where they had originated from. She responds, "The author must accompany you, he sees." From every leaf and petal of these, from every branch tip and tendril, drops of bright water. As they went on, the diamond drops turned to half-liquid pearls, and the water went to sleep.

Sometimes we choke on the hors d'oeuvres at a biblical meal and miss the main course. The rich, profound, and uplifting message of biblical scriptures serves as the main course. In the end, you leave the biblical truth banquet feeling hungry and frustrated.Three appetizers are presented to us in today's devotional reading from the Bible, but they actually side dishes rather than main meals.If a person does not make an effort, he is left to do evil and pay the price. Our sinful ideas are our living sins, while our wrongdoings are our dead works.In response to his forerunner's skepticism, the Lord sent a messenger back who had witnessed what he was doing in order to awaken or strengthen his understanding that his kingdom was not of this world.The Lord's remarks seemed to indicate that he didn't need to worry about his own security. There are numerous explanations for why Jesus of Nazareth was discovered in God's temple.Gospel is the good news that even the greatest sinners have hope-hope for reconciliation, forgiveness, and holiness. It is alive and active, piercing to the division of the soul and spirit, and sharper than a two-edged sword.

Mary Marston, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.