Works about George MacDonald |
MacDonald, George (1824-1905) -- from Wikipedia Article
Works by George MacDonald |
Adela Cathcart, Volume 1 -- from Project Gutenberg
Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 -- from Project Gutenberg
Adela Cathcart, Volume 3 -- from Project Gutenberg
Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood -- from Project Gutenberg
At the Back of the North Wind (Author)
Description: Scottish author George
MacDonald was a Christian children's author best-known for his popular
fantasy stories Lillith and Phantases. MacDonald was an
inspiration
for
writers of children's fiction such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkein,
Madeline L'Engle, Lewis Carroll, and even Mark Twain. At the Back of
the North Wind is the fantastical story of Diamond, a young boy
whose
adventures begin when the North Wind offers to take him for a ride on
her back. Though Diamond is poor and his reality is grim, his heart is
pure and his wisdom is extraordinary. Through his friendship with the
North Wind, Diamond is able to encounter exciting and, at times,
challenging adventures. In addition to its ethereal quality, this book
is imbued with Christian philosophy and some Dickens-like social
commentary. MacDonald emphasizes many important Christian themes,
including pain, good and evil, heaven, and God's providence,
omniscience, and omnipotence. George MacDonald wrote this children's
story for publication in a young reader's magazine in 1868. Three years
later it was published in book form and Diamond has been tugging at
readers' heartstrings ever since. Full of Victorian style and ideology,
North Wind is a story that is best read aloud to children and
will
thrill audiences for generations to come.
CCEL Staff Writer
Book of Strife in the Form of the Diary of an Old Soul
Description: Unlike many of George MacDonald's works,
A Book of Strife is a book of daily poetry following his
spiritual journey over the course of a year. Each poem is
either about God, to God, or describes MacDonald's
spiritual pain or exhilaration. The versatility of
this book is limitless: It can be read through in a
sitting, or be digested throughout the entire year.
For some, it will make an excellent accompaniment to a
daily devotional. No matter how it is utilized, George
MacDonald's A Book of Strife is a powerful Christian
classic that is sure to touch the hearts and minds of
those that read it.
Luke Getz
CCEL Staff Writer
Cross Purposes and The Shadows -- from Project Gutenberg
Description: This work was the first of the famed fantasy novelist’s novels in the style of realism. It
tells the story of Hugh Sutherland, a young Scotsman who, while facing personal trials,
befriends David Elginbrod and his daughter, Maggie. Readers and critics alike have
praised and cherished the novel not only for its artistry, but also for its tender and precise
portrayal of human life. Although not as well-known as The Princess and the Goblin or
At the Back of the North Wind, David Elginbrod possesses truth and beauty all its own,
and does not deserve to be overlooked.
Kathleen O’Bannon
CCEL Staff
Day Boy and the Night Girl (Author)
Description:
Scottish author George MacDonald was a Christian children's author best known for his popular fantasy stories, fairy tales, and memorable young protagonists. MacDonald was an inspiration for writers of children's fiction such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkein, Madeline L'Engle, Lewis Carroll, and even Mark Twain. Donal Grant is the story of Donal, a man who has just finished college and sets out on a journey to a nearby town. There, he finds a spiritual mentor and several of his family members. The story is filled with supernatural occurrences - ghosts, legends, and somnambulism. MacDonald, per usual, incorporates many "sermonettes" into the novel, and topics like evil and secrets and discussed with a religious bent. This is one of MacDonald's more challenging novels due to its 800 print page length and the realistic Scottish dialect he uses for dialogue, but the story is well worth the struggle. Fans of MacDonald will enjoy this less well-known work.
Abby Zwart
CCEL Staff Writer
This book refers back to Sir Gibbie, though it may stand on its own.
Double Story -- from Project Gutenberg
Elect Lady -- from Project Gutenberg
Hope of the Gospel -- from Project Gutenberg
Description: From the man who influenced C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L’Engle comes a book of sermons centered around Christ and the power of salvation.
Each one of these twelve sermons encapsulates a different thought-provoking message—a message that can speak to the heart and mind of any believer.
George MacDonald engages each topic with wisdom and insight, pointing ultimately to the hope, power, and love of the gospel.
Luke Getz
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: At the christening of his daughter, a king is shocked by the arrival of his spiteful sister,
Princess Makemnoit. The evil princess puts a curse on the king’s daughter so she would
have no gravity. Like a helium balloon, the little girl floats up into the air at the slightest
jump; she suffers from impaired judgment, and cannot cry out for someone to keep the
wind from carrying her off. As she grows older, the king’s daughter learns of a secret
weakness in Princess Makemnoit’s curse. The Light Princess is one of the most
beloved fairy tales of George MacDonald, whose work influenced that of Lewis, Tolkien,
and even Mark Twain. The children’s story is still widely read today, and has inspired
film, stage, and musical adaptations.
Kathleen O’Bannon
CCEL Staff
Description: After several strange occurrences, Mr. Vane believes his
library is haunted. It is not until he is acquainted with the
mysterious Mr. Raven that Mr. Vane learns of the magical world that
lurks within his reach. Upon visiting this world with Mr. Raven, Mr.
Vane encounters incredulous beings, some good, some dangerous. He
witnesses many extraordinary things and eventually, his hazardous
journey leads him to find love and face death; ultimately he must decide
between the two. This story is heavily influenced by Christian themes,
as readers must wrestle with the concepts of death and salvation
alongside Mr. Vane. This whimsical novel is a dark fantasy tale written
for adult readers. Of his fantasy stories, George MacDonald claimed to
write not necessarily for children, but for the child-like. MacDonald
has been said to be one of the most influential fantasy writers of the
19th century, having inspired writers such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R.
Tolkein, and Madeline L'Engle.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff
Writer
Miracles of Our Lord -- from Project Gutenberg
Phantastes: A faerie romance for men and women
Description: From the creative and ingenious mind of George MacDonald comes a spectacular fairy tale. The plot focuses around young Anodos and his wild journey through a mystical faerie world. Christian author and theologian C.S. Lewis once wrote that reading Phantastes “baptized” his imagination. For adults that thought they were done reading fairy tales, this unusual Christian novel is sure to rekindle a sense of wonder and interest in the supernatural. Luke Getz CCEL Staff Writer
Portent and Other Stories -- from Project Gutenberg
Princess and Curdie -- from Project Gutenberg
Princess and the Goblin -- from Project Gutenberg
Description: From the man that influenced the minds of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L’Engle, comes a children’s book about courage and overcoming evil. The story follows young Princess Irene and her friend Curdie as they work to fight the wicked goblins. George MacDonald’s writing may seem simple enough in this book, but the messages he sends are incredibly deep and thought provoking. While The Princess and the Goblin is best known as a children’s story, it can be appreciated by people of all ages.
Luke Getz
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: Robert Falconer, also published under the title of The Musician’s Quest, tells the tale
of a young man’s search for God and the meaning of life. After the death of his parents,
Robert’s grandmother takes him in. Although she loves and cares for him, she adheres to
an austere lifestyle and strict religious doctrines. As Robert struggles to find purpose, he
is torn between the severe Christianity of his grandmother and the loving God he feels
he knows. Full of genuine human sentiment and thoughtfulness, MacDonald’s novel has
fascinated readers for over a century. The author himself considered Robert Falconer his
favorite character, and beloved Christian writer C.S. Lewis cited it as one of the books
that helped him start out on his spiritual journey.
Kathleen O’Bannon
CCEL Staff
Salted With Fire -- from Project Gutenberg
Salted with Fire -- from Project Gutenberg
Seaboard Parish, Complete -- from Project Gutenberg
Description:
Scottish author George MacDonald wrote Sir Gibbie in 1879, and though the novel is less well-known than his popular fantasy stories Lillith and Phantases, it is cited as his best work by many fans. MacDonald was an inspiration for writer of children's fiction such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkein, Madeline L'Engle, Lewis Carroll, and even Mark Twain. Lovers of Narnia and Alice will appreciate the genuine characters and moral lessons of Sir Gibbie, a compelling story of an impoverished, mute boy in Scotland. Raised by an abusive and alcoholic father, Gibbie is a kind-hearted youngster handed a tough lot. He copes beautifully, though, with help from his friend Janet, and in the end performs an act of genuine forgiveness. Sir Gibbie will expose children (and parents) to the cruelty of the world while simultaneously presenting them with a role model of mercy and grace. This powerful book is considered by many a great literary triumph and a powerful example of a heroic character who is truly good.
Abby Zwart
CCEL Staff Writer
The natural sequel to this book is Donal Grant.
There and Back -- from Project Gutenberg
Thomas Wingfold, Curate -- from Project Gutenberg
Unspoken Sermons -- from Johannesen Printing & Publishing
Description: George MacDonald was a well-known and
well-loved Christian author and poet in the 19th century.
He had an important impact on figures such as C.S. Lewis,
J.R.R. Tolkien, and G.K. Chesterton. Although he wrote
much beloved fiction, MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons is some of the
most
wonderful and profound literature a person can read. The sermons are
arranged in series, so that they build upon one another. Throughout,
MacDonald is more concerned with a person developing a love of God than
developing dogmas. That is, MacDonald's sermons are more concerned with
doing the will of God than believing true things about
God.
Though
MacDonald's approach to theology is not the usual one, nevertheless the
results are astounding. Many readers feel they are being swept into the
presence of God upon reading these sermons. MacDonald's Unspoken
Sermons
truly provide a chance for a person to more closely love God and
humankind.
Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer
Unspoken Sermons Second Series -- from Johannesen Printing & Publishing
Description: George MacDonald was a
well-known and well-loved Christian author and poet in the 19th century.
He had an important impact on figures such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R.
Tolkien, and G.K. Chesterton. Although he wrote much beloved fiction,
MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons is some of the most wonderful and
profound
literature a person can read. The sermons are arranged in series, so
that they build upon one another. Throughout, MacDonald is more
concerned with a person developing a love of God than developing dogmas.
That is, MacDonald's sermons are more concerned with doing the
will
of
God than believing true things about God. Though MacDonald's
approach
to
theology is not the usual one, nevertheless the results are astounding.
Many readers feel they are being swept into the presence of God upon
reading these sermons. MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons truly provide
a
chance for a person to more closely love God and humankind.
Tim
Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer
Unspoken Sermons Series One -- from Johannesen Printing & Publishing
Description: George MacDonald was a
well-known and well-loved Christian author and poet in the 19th century.
He had an important impact on figures such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R.
Tolkien, and G.K. Chesterton. Although he wrote much beloved fiction,
MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons is some of the most wonderful and
profound
literature a person can read. The sermons are arranged in series, so
that they build upon one another. Throughout, MacDonald is more
concerned with a person developing a love of God than developing dogmas.
That is, MacDonald's sermons are more concerned with doing the
will
of
God than believing true things about God. Though MacDonald's
approach
to
theology is not the usual one, nevertheless the results are astounding.
Many readers feel they are being swept into the presence of God upon
reading these sermons. MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons truly provide
a
chance for a person to more closely love God and humankind.
Tim
Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer
Unspoken Sermons Third Series -- from Johannesen Printing & Publishing
Description: George MacDonald was a well-known and
well-loved Christian author and poet in the 19th century.
He had an important impact on figures such as C.S. Lewis,
J.R.R. Tolkien, and G.K. Chesterton. Although he wrote
much beloved fiction, MacDonald's Unspoken Sermons is some of the
most
wonderful and profound literature a person can read. The sermons are
arranged in series, so that they build upon one another. Throughout,
MacDonald is more concerned with a person developing a love of God than
developing dogmas. That is, MacDonald's sermons are more concerned with
doing the will of God than believing true things about
God.
Though
MacDonald's approach to theology is not the usual one, nevertheless the
results are astounding. Many readers feel they are being swept into the
presence of God upon reading these sermons. MacDonald's Unspoken
Sermons
truly provide a chance for a person to more closely love God and
humankind.
Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer
Vicar's Daughter -- from Project Gutenberg
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