George Macdonald

Sir Gibbie (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

A mute and destitute boy depends on the kindness of strangers while navigating his traumatic childhood. Sir Gibbie, by George MacDonald, was originally published in 1879 and is considered a classic rags-to-riches story. Despite many obstacles, the child manages to maintain his innocence, unwavering grace and overwhelming sense of adventure.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Mint Editions
• Seitenzahl: 436
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. März 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781513277288
• Artikelnr.: 61626176

Autorenporträt

George MacDonald (1824 - 1905) was a Scottish-born novelist and poet. He grew up in a religious home influenced by various sects of Christianity. He attended University of Aberdeen, where he graduated with a degree in chemistry and physics. After experiencing a crisis of faith, he began theological training and became minister of Trinity Congregational Church. Later, he gained success as a writer penning fantasy tales such as Lilith, The Light Princess and At the Back of the North Wind. MacDonald became a well-known lecturer and mentor to various creatives including Lewis Carroll who famously wrote, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland fame.