Phantastes

One of the earliest works of portal fantasy and an inspiration to the great fantasy authors of the twentieth century.

“Whatever the book you are reading now, you simply must get this at once.” —C. S. Lewis 

Shun the Ash and the Alder… 

Sing to the Marble Lady… 

Enter the door of the Timeless… 

After Anodos is visited by a fairy on his 21st birthday, his bedroom transforms into a forest, leading him to Fairy Land. With the guidance of fairies and knights, he must navigate ethereal and fantastical landscapes, face threats of evil trees and giants, search for a lost love, and conquer his own haunting shadow. 

One of the earliest works of portal fantasy and an inspiration to the great fantasy authors of the twentieth century! Transport yourself into a tale of love and self-discovery with this fine new edition of Phantastes by George MacDonald, with an additional foreword by author Paul Di Filippo. 

Student editor: Joshua Smyser