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This fantasy-style book did not appeal to me even though I like this author.
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"The magical, the fairy story ... may be a vehicle of Mystery. This is what George MacDonald attempted, achieving stories of power and beauty." — J.R.R. Tolkein — "Most myths were made in prehistoric times, and, I suppose, not consciously mady by individuals at all. But every now and then there occurs in the modern world a genius -- a Kadfka, o... more »
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"The magical, the fairy story ... may be a vehicle of Mystery. This is what George MacDonald attempted, achieving stories of power and beauty." — J.R.R. Tolkein — "Most myths were made in prehistoric times, and, I suppose, not consciously mady by individuals at all. But every now and then there occurs in the modern world a genius -- a Kadfka, o... more »
ISBN: 155624
Publication Date: 1969
Pages: 274
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Publication Date: 1969
Pages: 274
Rating: ?
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Publisher: ballantine
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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Book Type: Paperback
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I read this book first in high school, and have re-read it twice since then, each time liking it more. It is not a simple read, but well worth the time and effort. The ideas are strongly related to the author's faith (he was a pastor), and the elements of fantasy are used to relate the spiritual journey of the main character. At the same time, the story is a lot richer than a simple allegory, and the characters have a personal draw that is lacking in such Christian tales as "Hinds Feet on High Places."
This book gives one a lot to think about, with many different scenarios and themes presented in swift succession. Because it is older and fairly obscure, I find it more engaging to the imagination since it doesn't use a lot of the popular symbolism and euphemisms that make it easy to gloss over so many fantasy stories. Read this book slowly for the full emotional impact, because there's a lot of depth to it.
This book gives one a lot to think about, with many different scenarios and themes presented in swift succession. Because it is older and fairly obscure, I find it more engaging to the imagination since it doesn't use a lot of the popular symbolism and euphemisms that make it easy to gloss over so many fantasy stories. Read this book slowly for the full emotional impact, because there's a lot of depth to it.
Didn't like it at all; couldn't finish the book. Fans of C.S. Lewis will like it though.
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