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Creative, delightful, moving, and full of real truth, this sequel to The Princess and the Goblin is a must read for all ages. Join Curdie as he is called to a higher purpose that leads to a journey to save the kingdom. His path becomes one full of sacrifice, valuable lessons, and thrilling...

Dive into George MacDonald’s journey with Princess Irene through secret mazes, epic battles, and beautiful relationships as the insightful words of Jonathan St. John illuminate the many Christian themes, motifs, and character arcs in this beloved tale. A truly unique resource, this pairing...

A fantastical and intricate novel, Lilith brings all the elements of a fascinating and epic journey with the added layer of spiritual and theological themes woven into the characters, trials, and temptations. Follow as Mr. Vane enters the vast, complex, and multidimensional “Region of the...

Volume 3 of Thomas Wingfold, Curate brings the themes of redemption and grace into focus as the tale of Wingfold’s journey comes to an end. Wingfold witnesses genuine transformation in others through their faith in God and in His fulfillment of promises. Longing to continue increasing his...

The first installment of an incredible novel by George Macdonald, this volume introduces the main character of this three part journey, Thomas Wingfold. His dutiful demeanor and routine religious position are reflected in his faith, which has become stagnant and rote. Throughout Volume 1, Thomas...

In Volume 2, protagonist, Thomas Wingfold, continues on his journey of soul-searching and theological questioning, and begins facing real tests of what he believes and what he’s learned. Finding that there are sometimes vast differences between what he’s held to be true and what is evident...

Det er hævet over enhver tvivl, at Harry Flashman var en sjuft, en skamløs skørtejæger, en samvittighedsløs slyngel og en kujon af værste skuffe. Det er en beklagelig kendsgerning, at han ikke desto mindre blev modtaget af Hendes Majestæt dronning Victoria og hertugen af Wellington og fejret som imperiets helt. I sine memoirer fra felttoget i Afghanistan afslører han selv, hvordan det egentlig gik til.

Verdens største slyngel, skørtejægeren, kujonen, spillefuglen, krigshelten, levemanden - kort sagt: Harry Flashman - er igen i aktion. Efter en bordelbatalje møder han den skønne Lola Montez, og det lykkes ham at krænke hendes kavaler, fyrst Otto von Bismarck, grundigt. Og vor helt sætter sit umiskendelige præg på historiens gang, da han involveres i intrigerne omkring de slesvig-holstenske hertugdømmer.

Harry Flashman er en kujon af rang, men ved skæbnens ironi føres han lige lukt ind i den ene farlige situation efter den anden, da han meget mod sin vilje må deltage i Krimkrigen. Og det er endda kun den spæde start på de rystende og udmarvende hændelser, skæbnen har tiltænkt ham hovedrollen i... Den britiske forfatter George MacDonald Fraser (1925-2008) er bedst kendt for sin serie af historiske romaner om den kujonagtige levemand og antihelt Harry Flashman, der gør tvivlsom og ufortjent karriere i den britiske hær i 1800-tallet.

I hele den engelske hær findes der ingen, der er bedre til at fremstå så heltemodig og nobel som kujonen og svindleren Harry Flashman. I 1860 deltager bangebuksen stikmod sin vilje i urolighederne i Kina, hvor han fungerer som spion og sendebud mellem den kinesiske og den fransk-engelske hær. Alligevel finder han tid til at få andre i fedtefadet, mens han slipper uskadt væk, og får fanget op til flere af de skørter, han er så ferm til at jage.

Anodos is a young boy who finds a large and mystical castle with a big and impressive library. The library hides the secret story of the poor Cosmo who was a student at the university of Prague. Cosmo’s life changed forever because of a mirror. But it was no usual mirror; it was an enchanted and a beautiful girl’s soul was kept inside of it. Cosmo was determined to free the girl but was he able to? Read this short story and find out. B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories.

The fifth and final installment of written sermons produced by George MacDonald in which he discusses his personal beliefs and insights on a variety of subjects including: the beatitudes, the contrast between God’s wisdom and worldly wisdom, and the surprising ways in which He pursues our...

This delightful collection of short fairy tales is filled with wonder, imagination, and heartwarming moments that children of all ages will love. From clever heroes and kind-hearted creatures to mystical lands and unforgettable adventures, each story is crafted to entertain, inspire, and spark curiosity.

In an ever increasing stressful world for young children, we understand how important it is for young children to get a goodnights sleep. Which is why this collection of calming bedtime stories will help your child to relax after a stressfully day and drift off fast to a deep sleep.

Scottish author George MacDonald Fraser took the loutish bully from Thomas Hughes’ Tom Brown's Schooldays and gave him a new lease of life. Over the course of 12 novels, caddish anti-hero Flashman swashbuckled his way around the British Empire, playing a key role in some of the 19th century’s most significant events.

Originally serialized in 1868 and collected as a book in 1871, At the Back of the North Wind is the magical story of Diamond, the son of a poor coachman, who is swept away by the North Wind – a radiant, maternal spirit with long, flowing hair – and whose life is transformed by a brief...

Prepare to be spooked! Here are tales of vampires, werewolves, and things that go bump in the night!

One of the most successful and beloved Victorian fairy tales... The Princess and the Goblin is the story of Princess Irene and her friend Curdie, who come face to face with the dreaded mountain goblins. This children’s fantasy novel was originally published in 1872. It uses subtle layers of...

In Volume II of the Flashman Papers, Flashman tangles with femme fatale Lola Montez and the dastardly Otto Von Bismarck in a battle of wits which will decide the destiny of a continent. In this volume of The Flashman Papers, Flashman, the arch-cad and toady, matches his wits, his talents for...

Harry Flashman: the unrepentant bully of Tom Brown’s schooldays, now with a Victoria Cross, has three main talents – horsemanship, facility with foreign languages and fornication. A reluctant military hero, Flashman plays a key part in most of the defining military campaigns of the 19th...