George MacDonald

George MacDonald
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George MacDonald

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George MacDonald (1824-1905) was born in Aberdeenshire, 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. C. S. Lewis wrote the following about George MacDonald, "I know hardly any other writer who seems to be closer, or more continually close, to the Spirit of Christ Himself!" Lewis offers 365 selections from MacDonald’s work, 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.

Description of George MacDonald:

In this collection selected by C. S. Lewis are 365 selections from MacDonald’s inspiring and challenging writings.

Information on George MacDonald from the publisher:

According to C.S. Lewis, everything he wrote was influenced by the genius of George MacDonald. Lewis said, "I know hardly any other writer who seems to be closer, or more continually close, to the Spirit of Christ himself." Writing a preface and selecting MacDonal's most poignant passages, Lewis introduces us to these extraordinary treasures. Ranging from "Inexorable Love" to "The Torment of Death," these words will instruct and uplift. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a popular Scottish lecturer and writer of novels, poetry, and fairy tales. Born in Aberdeenshire, he was briefly a clergyman, then a professor of English literature at Bedford and King's College in London.

About C. S. Lewis:

C. S. Lewis, Oxford University don and prolific writer, was one of the most brilliant Christian philosophers and apologists of the 20th century. At the same time, Lewis had the uncanny ability to speak clearly to even the very young. Since his death in the early 1960's, his books - which range from fiction to non-fiction and from juvenile to adult audiences - have created a lasting legacy for him.

Description of C. S. Lewis, author of George MacDonald:

George MacDonald (1824-1905) was born in Aberdeenshire, 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. Trade paperback, from Zondervan.