The Visionary Novels of George MacDonald [Hardcover] George MacDonald; Anne Fremantle and W. H. Auden

Description

1954 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, discoloration small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Visionary Novels of George MacDonald” bears the marks of many readings and adventures over the decades. Published in 1954, this collection gathers some of the most imaginative and influential works by the renowned Scottish author and minister. MacDonald’s fantastical tales, such as “Phantastes” and “Lilith,” blended mythology, allegory, and Christian themes, inspiring generations of writers including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. Despite its wear, this edition remains a treasured artifact for collectors and readers seeking to explore the visionary mind that helped shape the fantasy genre. The tattered binding and creased spine speak to the enduring appeal of MacDonald’s dreamlike narratives, inviting new audiences to lose themselves in his enchanting realms.