Phantastes (MacDonald - Dover paperback)

Author: George MacDonald

ISBN: 9780486445670

Binding: paperback

Section: Science-Fiction/Fantasy

Subtitle: A Faerie Romance

One of the first great works of nineteenth-century fantasy fiction, Phantastes inspired many of the great Christian and fantasy authors of the twentieth century. A fairy tale for adults, it is the captivating story of a wealthy young man who takes an unplanned journey into a fantastic nether world. Led by an enchanting sprite (discovered inside an old desk once owned by his deceased father), he meets a diverse cast of characters, among them a fairy queen, as well as sinister figures who threaten his spiritual well-being.