Phantastes: Book Guide, Author and Facts
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One of George MacDonald's most important works, Phantastes is the story of a young man named Anotos and his long dreamlike journey in Fairy Land. It is the fairy tale of deep spiritual insight as Anotos makes his way through moments of uncertainty and peril and mistakes that can have irreversible consequences. This is also his spiritual quest that is destined to end with the supreme surrender of the self. When he finally experiences the hard-won surrender, a wave of joy overwhelms him. His intense personal introspection is honest as he is offered the full range of symbolic choices--great beauty, horrifying ugliness, irritating goblins, nurturing spirits. Each confrontation in Fairy Land allows Anotos to learn many necessary lessons. As he continues on the journey, many shadowy beings threaten his spiritual well-being and compel him to sing. The songs are irresistible to a beautiful White
Quick facts about Phantastes
- Title: Phantastes
- Author: George MacDonald
- First published: 1850
- Genre: fairy tales, scottish fantasy fiction, fiction, romance, fantasy
- OpenLibrary ID: OL15450W
Where to read Phantastes
Phantastes by George MacDonald is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is Phantastes about?
One of George MacDonald's most important works, Phantastes is the story of a young man named Anotos and his long dreamlike journey in Fairy Land.
Who wrote Phantastes?
Phantastes was written by George MacDonald.
When was Phantastes published?
Phantastes was first published in 1850.
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