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An wonderful collection of short stories for children.

George MacDonald was a Scottish author known particularly for his poignant fairy tales and fantasy novels. He inspired many authors, including W. H. Auden, J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, Madeleine L'Engle and Mark Twain. C.S. Lewis that wrote that he regarded MacDonald as his "master". G. K. Chesterton cited "The Princess and the Goblin" as a book that had "made a difference to my whole existence".

After a busy day, what could be more soothing than getting into bed and listening to some of the world's most beloved classic bedtime stories exquisitely read by award-winning narrator Alison Larkin and iconic British actress Virginia McKenna, OBE? Exclusively for Audible, this delightful audiobook ends with The Tale of Peter Rabbit, read by Alison Larkin.

Creative, delightful, moving, and full of real truth, this sequel to The Princess and the Goblin is a must hear for all ages. Join Curdie as he is called to a higher purpose that leads to a journey to save the kingdom. His path becomes one full of sacrifice, valuable lessons, and thrilling adventures. With disguises, lies, and illnesses covering allies and foe alike, Curdie and his trusted companions must learn to look beyond what they can see to find the true core and heart of their kingdom and those who serve it.

A collection of some of George MacDonald’s greatest short stories, this bundle brings together the lessons and delightful tales of The Golden Key & The Giant's Heart, The Light Princess, The Wise Woman, and The Day Boy and the Night Girl. MacDonald is one of the most influential fiction writers and is famous for his eye-opening parables and extraordinary fantasies. This collection of stories offers bold and beautiful insights to love, loss, growth, and life.

One of the most successful and beloved Victorian fairy tales... The Princess and the Goblin is the story of Princess Irene and her friend Curdie, who come face to face with the dreaded mountain goblins. This children's fantasy novel was originally published in 1872. It uses subtle layers of symbolism to tell a story of courage and honor.

"The Princess and the Goblin" by George MacDonald is a classic fairy tale that intertwines the adventures of a brave princess named Irene and her encounters with magical creatures, including goblins and a mysterious great-great-grandmother. Set in a fantastical world, the story explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the triumph of good over evil. MacDonald weaves a captivating narrative filled with enchanting elements and moral undertones, making it a timeless and delightful read for audiences of all ages.

A classic children’s fantasy tale and a major inspiration for The Lord of the Rings, this story chronicles the endeavors, struggles, and triumphs of the beautiful, brave, and kind Princess Irene. Written originally as a serial, this charming adventure never has a dull moment. From magic and secrets to mazes and monsters, Princess Irene and her companions must stay focused, stay true, and stay alert to the forces that seek to do them, and her kingdom, harm.

The first installment of an incredible novel by George Macdonald, this volume introduces the main character of this three part journey, Thomas Wingfold. His dutiful demeanor and routine religious position are reflected in his faith, which has become stagnant and rote. Throughout Volume 1, Thomas begins to wrestle with certain aspects of his beliefs and encounters several individuals with unique perspectives that eventually spark sincere reflection in this quiet figure.

A beautiful, tragic, and hopeful tale, this story centers around such themes as love, loss, and empathy. While floating through life may provide this heroine with a seemingly carefree existence, she has to find real love to teach her the importance of genuine emotion as well as the gifts of sacrifice and selflessness.

Eight-year-old Princess Irene is everything a princess of her age should be: brave, imaginative, strong-willed, and eager to be a good person. But her situation is not ideal: She lives in a lonely castle separated from her kingdom with her nursemaid, amid mines full of goblins who seek to destroy her and her family.

In Volume 2, protagonist, Thomas Wingfold, continues on his journey of soul-searching and theological questioning, and begins facing real tests of what he believes and what he’s learned. Finding that there are sometimes vast differences between what he’s held to be true and what is evident in reality, Wingfold struggles with more doubt, insecurity, and real consequences. He comes into contact with more characters whose own beliefs and conversations with Wingfold serve as catalysts for his growth in understanding and conviction.

George MacDonald was the great 19th-century innovator of modern fantasy who influenced the work of C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Charles Williams. This book collects some of his finest fairy stories.

Now bundled into one product, enjoy the original story of The Princess and Curdie while also learning about the history, biblical relevance, major themes, and more from The Princess and Curdie: A Christian Readers’ Guide. As you fight alongside Curdie and his companions through each new obstacle, enrich the experience even more through a deeper understanding of his message and the many applications of this incredible story.

I hele den engelske hær findes der ingen, der er bedre til at fremstå så heltemodig og nobel som kujonen og svindleren Harry Flashman. I 1860 deltager bangebuksen stikmod sin vilje i urolighederne i Kina, hvor han fungerer som spion og sendebud mellem den kinesiske og den fransk-engelske hær. Alligevel finder han tid til at få andre i fedtefadet, mens han slipper uskadt væk, og får fanget op til flere af de skørter, han er så ferm til at jage.

With the aid of her magical great-great-grandmother, the Princess and her new-found friend Curdie, the miner's son, foil the evil plans of the goblins.

George MacDonald once declared, “I do not write for children, but for the childlike, whether of five, or 50, or 75.” The Day Boy and the Night Girl is a splendid example of such writing. With words of wonder, beauty, and adventure, and with acute spiritual insight and sensitivity, MacDonald spins an enchanting tale of two children, a boy and a girl, who grow up from infancy in the castle of a witch. Unaware of each other’s presence in the castle, the children are victims of an unnatural design upon them.

George Macdonald, scrittore di genere fantastico, si dice abbia influenzato Tolkien e Lewis, oltre che rivestire un ruolo importante in ambito teologico, essendo un ministro di culto cristiano scozzese. Lewis (l'autore delle "Cronache di Narnia") lo riteneva addirittura un suo maestro e scrisse che un giorno, leggendo Phantastes, pensò di aver attraversato una grande frontiera.

Prepare to be spooked! Here are tales of vampires, werewolves, and things that go bump in the night!

The Light Princess is a short story that is warm and humorous, with a surprisingly poignant conclusion. A princess doomed by a witch to lose her "gravity" results in a silly heroine that has neither physical nor spiritual weight. George MacDonald's masterful teaching on the subject of sacrificial love is delivered eloquently in the events and characters of this engaging story.