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This unique collection of "The Complete Poetical Works of George MacDonald” has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors. MacDonald has been credited with founding the "kailyard school" of Scottish writing. Table of Contents: A Book of Strife, in the Form of the Diary of an Old Soul Rampolli: Growths from a Long-planted Root Other Poetical Works: WITHIN AND WITHOUT A HIDDEN LIFE A STORY OF THE SEA-SH...
A Book of Strife In The Form Of The Diary of an Old Soul by George MacDonald George MacDonald (10 December 1824 - 18 September 1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. C. S. Lewis wrote that he regarded MacDonald as his "master": "Picking up a copy of Phantastes one day at a train-station bookstall, I began to read. A few hours later," said Lewis, "I knew that I had crossed a great...
George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. Though no longer a household name, his works (particularly his fairy tales and fantasy novels) have inspired deep admiration in such notables as W. H. Auden, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L'Engle. C. S. Lewis wrote that he regarded MacDonald as his "master". Even Mark Twain, who initially despised MacDonald, became friends with him. MacDonald grew up influenced by his Congregational Church, with an atmosphere of Calvinism. But MacDonald never felt comfortable with some aspects of Calvinist doctrine. Later novels, such as Robert Falconer (1868) and Lilith (1895), show a distaste for the Calvinist idea that God's electing love is limited to some and denied to others. Especially in his Unspoken Sermons (1867-89) he shows a highly developed theology. His best-known works are
An 365-day anthology of readings from one of the most influential writers of all time, George MacDonald, compiled by CS Lewis himself
George MacDonald (1824-1905) was born in Aberdeen shire, Scotland. Briefly a clergyman, then a professor of English literature at Bedford and King's College in London, he was a popular lecturer and published poetry, stories, novels, and fairy tales. In this collection selected by C.S. Lewis, we are offered 365 selections from MacDonald's inspiring and useful writings, ranging from "Inexorable Love" to "The Torment Of Death." These wise words will instruct, uplift, and provide indispensable help toward the very acceptance of Christian faith.
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A striking collection of narrative poems about an old soul. The poems are remarkable for their stirring portrayal of human emotions. The poems are an emblem of sensitivity. A sure treat for all poetry lovers....
In 1880, George MacDonald self-published a long poem in book form—seven-line stanzas for each day of the year expressing his longings, struggles, and joys in everyday life. Now in this deluxe edition, the complete text of MacDonald's classic devotional resource is available with blank journaling pages and new annotations by Timothy Larsen.