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“I have never concealed the fact that I regarded him as my master; indeed I fancy I have never written a book in which I did not quote from him. But it has not seemed to me that those who have received my books kindly take even now sufficient notice of the affiliation. Honesty drives me to emphasize it.”
— C. S Lewis, “Preface” to 365 short excerpts from MacDonald’s works (1946)
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Jennifer Trafton, If Only We Could See
Jennifer Trafton, If Only We Could See: Reimagining Creativity, Compassion, and Calling Through the Extraordinary Life of Lilias Trotter (Brentwood, Tennessee: B&H Publishing Group, 2026). Publisher’s description: In the late 19th century, Lilias... READ MORE
No Ordinary People
The C. S. Lewis Center of Sterling College (Kansas) is hosting a conference, “No Ordinary People,” March 26-27, 2026. It kicks off with an evening presentation by Dan Hamilton Thursday evening, and features... READ MORE
Bicentenary celebrations
By Kerry Magruder 2024 was the 200th anniversary of George MacDonald’s birth (1824-1905). Some of the celebrations were: May 29-31, 2024: Wheaton College. “George MacDonald and the Prophetic Imagination.” Sponsored by the George... READ MORE
Stephen Prickett
Stephen Prickett (1939-2020) It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Professor Stephen Prickett, but also with great gratitude for the years of his scholarship, friendship, and collegiality. Longtime president... READ MORE
Rolland Hein
We are sad to announce that another great advocate of George MacDonald has recently passed away. Rolland Hein died peacefully at his home in Illinois on 10 March 2023 at the age of... READ MORE
George MacDonald and The Light Princess
By Bob Trexler When asked what his fairy tales mean, George MacDonald replied, "So long as I think my dog can bark, I will not sit up and bark for him" , meaning... READ MORE
The Spiritual Structure of Lilith
A paraphrase of the first draft of Lilith by MacDonald’s son Greville. Notes by John Docherty Lilith Paraphrase of the Earlier Manuscript Version with Quotations and Comments. Note.–It is presumed that the following... READ MORE
Mark Twain and George MacDonald
Mark Twain & George MacDonald: The Salty and the Sweet by Kathryn Lindskoog The connection between Mark Twain and George MacDonald evidently began in 1870, the year when 35-year-old Twain married the woman... READ MORE