The Poet and the Pauper

by George MacDonald

Book Overview

Heart-gripping Tales Filled With Mystery, Suspense, and Unexpected Love The special value volume combines two of George MacDonald's most beloved novels. The Baronet's Song tells the enchanting story... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764226592
• ISBN13: 9780764226595
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

A beautiful character portrayed!

Being a disciple of C. S. Lewis, I wanted to read from George MacDonald--an author who is known to have influenced Lewis.I read the "Curate's Awakening" with interest, but the story of Gibbie is a cut above, absolutely touching and meaningful. MacDonald artistically and movingly paints a picture of this young, neglected, then orphaned, mute boy who has a beautiful heart, despite his difficult life. What "gets" me is that he refuses to play at being a victim, although one might jump at the chance--for he is cruely treated in several instances. The book kept me throughout Gibbie's youth until his young adulthood. The beauty of the characterization and the fictional storyline make a thoughtful, heartwarming read and healthy escape.Hats off to Phillips for the edit.