George Macdonald

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Princess and Curdie (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

"The Princess and Curdie" is a classic fantasy novel written by George MacDonald. As the title character is so indulgent, readers are forced to keep reading to find out what happens next. Some stories are brutal and weird, while others creep up on you and draw you in slowly. The story is a continuation of MacDonald's previous piece, "The Princess and the Goblin." The tale is set in a mystical and mysterious nation and chronicles the experiences of Curdie Peterson, a teenage miner. Curdie has a special ability that allows him to converse with creatures and detect the presence of evil. As he learns of a terrible a conspiracy to dethrone dedicated Princess Irene and her father, King Peter, he sets out on a risky journey to prevent the evil goblins from seizing control. Curdie meets a variety of strange beings throughout the novel, including talking animals and otherworldly monsters, all of whom play important parts in his attempt to safeguard the kingdom. Curdie's character grows and evolves dramatically when he faces various difficulties and tackles his own anxieties. The story of "The Princess and Curdie" explores themes of bravery, compassion, and the struggle between good and evil.

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Autor

George MacDonald (10 December 1824-18 September 1905) was a Scottish writer, poet and Christian minister. The son of a farming family in Aberdeenshire, he completed a professor at King's College London. Starting his career as a Congregationalist minister, he resigned after two years when his unconventional views contended irreconcilably with those of his followers. He was a leading figure in the field of modern fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. In addition to his fairy tales, MacDonald wrote some works of Christian beliefs, including several collections of sermons. He was not limited to writing theology. He also wrote and is more well-known for, his fantasy work. Books like Phantastes, The Princess and the Goblin and The Golden Key are predecessors to modern fantasy. His stories are Christian theories bound in the clothing of myth and legend. His writings have been quoted as a major literary influence by many notable authors including Lewis Carroll, W.H. Auden, Mark Twain, etc.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 144
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2023
• ISBN-13: 9789359329796
• Artikelnr.: 72402110