George MacDonald

C. S. Lewis openly regarded the nineteenth-century Scottish minister and fantasy pioneer George MacDonald as his ultimate spiritual and literary "master." In this profound and carefully curated anthology, Lewis presents 365 brilliant excerpts selected from MacDonald’s expansive body of work, creating an extraordinary collection of theological wisdom and imaginative insight. Having discovered MacDonald's novel Phantastes as a young man—an experience Lewis famously claimed "baptized his imagination"—he credits MacDonald with fundamentally shaping his own legendary writings, from the magical world of Narnia to his deep theological apologetics.

Designed to be read as a daily devotional or consumed as a treasury of deep spiritual reflections, this anthology explores the boundless love of God, the nature of human suffering, and the transformative power of divine grace. MacDonald’s unique ability to blend profound, mystical theology with fairy-tale wonder shines through in each handpicked quotation, offering readers a glimpse into the brilliant mind that inspired generations of iconic authors. This essential collection serves not only as a perfect introduction to MacDonald's genius but also as a powerful, contemplative guide for anyone seeking a deeper, more imaginative faith.