9 research outputs found
George MacDonald on the Logic of Faith
Although not often called a philosopher, George MacDonald’s writings reflect repeated attempts to apply logic to faith. This paper traces this theme throughout his various works to demonstrate that he was largely successful in his efforts to provide the public with reasons to believe
Session 6
A Cloud of Witnesses: A Collection of Quotes about Victorian Author George MacDonald - Darrel Hotmire
George MacDonald on Psychology - Barbara Amell
MacDonald, the Revelation of God, and Literature - Darren Hotmir
Session 5
George MacDonald on the Logic of Faith - Barbara Amell
Reflections of MacDonald in Lewis - Sharon Kotapish
The Necessity of Doubt in George MacDonald\u27s Within and Without - James Washic
Academic Paper Session III-B
Hidden Treasure: Research on the Life and Work of George MacDonald - Barbara Amell
Dombey & Grandson: Charles Dickens\u27 Influence on At The Back of the North Wind - Robert Trexler
During the time I spent exploring the illustrations for At The Back of the North Wind, I discovered a strong influence between MacDonald’s plot and theme for his book and the earlier Charles Dickens book Dombey & Son. Once it is pointed out it seems incontrovertibly true.
Painting in Prose: Ardent Pre-Raphaelitism in George MacDonald\u27s Literary Landscapes - Cynthia DeMarcus Manson
Although not a visual artist, George MacDonald can be recognized for composing prose landscapes in his literary works that are Pre-Raphaelite in principle and style. MacDonald created word paintings that reference specific Pre-Raphaelite artworks; his landscapes show the shared influence of John Ruskin’s art theory, and he employs compositional techniques that correspond to the symbolic realism in early Pre-Raphaelite canvases. An awareness of MacDonald’s Pre-Raphaelitism adds to the appreciation of both his fiction and non-fiction