Publisher's Synopsis

Lilith is a dark and fantastical novel by George MacDonald, first published in 1895. The story follows the journey of a young man named Mr. Vane, who discovers a mysterious and enchanted world beyond his own. In this world, he meets Lilith, a seductive and dangerous queen who lures him deeper into her realm. As he navigates this strange and perilous land, Mr. Vane must confront his own fears and desires, and ultimately decide whether to embrace Lilith's dark power or resist her temptations.The novel is a complex exploration of themes such as morality, redemption, and the nature of evil. MacDonald's vivid and imaginative writing style creates a rich and immersive world that draws readers into its depths. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Lilith has been praised for its originality and its influence on later fantasy writers, such as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien.Overall, Lilith is a haunting and thought-provoking novel that explores the darkest corners of the human psyche. It is a must-read for fans of dark fantasy and Gothic literature.Held to be George MacDonald's Masterpiece.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162671154
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: FIC
Language: English
Number of pages: 258
Weight: 449g
Height: 191mm
Width: 234mm
Spine width: 13mm