Phantastes

A young man named Anodos experiences dream like adventures in Fairy Land, where he meets tree spirits, endures the presence of the overwhelming shadow, journeys to the palace of the fairy queen, and searches for the spirit of the earth. The story conveys a profound sadness and a poignant longing for death.©2017 SAGA Egmont (P)2017 SAGA Egmont

Rich, sad, hopeful fairy tale

One of the most moving tales I have ever known of. George Macdonald gives a tremendous sense of melancholy and redemption through this book.

Wasnt as easy to get through but inspiring

wasn't as easy to get through as I hoped but it was definitely inspiring. I read it because CS Lewis sided this book as one of his Inspirations. I thought it would be a super exciting read but it was more of an exciting story told in kind of dragging way. at the end I felt very fond of the book. it could have been the reader's fault that it kind of dragged. I'm not sure but still happy I read it.

If you love decadent expensive literary caviar

This epic adventure has it all, love, betrayal, wonderment, symbolism for the story and life. Suspense, sadness, excitement. I wish I had been introduced to this in school. I could not get enough. This has become a new favorite listen.

Great story

This was a great story! It took many interesting twists and turns. I became interested because C. S. Lewis so often referenced George McDonald. I will defiantly be reading/hearing more of his work.

Beautifully written

A great adventure beautifully written of the soulful progress of a pilgrim in Fairyland.