George MacDonald

George MacDonald: A Biographical and Critical Appreciation is a book written by Joseph Johnson in 1906. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of George MacDonald, a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister who was known for his fairy tales, fantasy novels, and theological writings. The book begins with a detailed biographical account of MacDonald's life, starting from his childhood in Huntly, Aberdeenshire, to his early years as a preacher in Arundel, Sussex. Johnson provides a vivid description of MacDonald's family background, his education, and his early literary influences. The second part of the book is a critical analysis of MacDonald's literary works, including his poetry, novels, and fairy tales. Johnson examines MacDonald's literary style, themes, and motifs, and provides a detailed analysis of some of his most famous works, such as Phantastes, Lilith, and The Princess and the Goblin. Throughout the book, Johnson also explores MacDonald's religious beliefs and his influence on Christian theology. He discusses MacDonald's views on salvation, the nature of God, and the role of faith in human life. Overall, George MacDonald: A Biographical and Critical Appreciation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of George MacDonald. Johnson's insightful analysis and detailed research provide a comprehensive understanding of MacDonald's literary and theological contributions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.