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At the Back of the North Wind

At the Back of the North Wind

by George MacDonald
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The North Wind

The story of a boy named Diamond who befriends the mysterious Lady North Wind.  She invites him to fly through the night with her on several adventures.  Though Lady North Wind does many good deeds, she also does some seemingly terrible things.

Originally serialized in a children’s magazine in 1868 and published in book form in 1871. This edition’s illustrations are derived from the book published in 1911 with 11 color illustrations by Frank C. Pape and 75 black and white illustrations by Arthur Hughes. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.

Author(s): George MacDonald

Illustrator(s): Frank C. Pape & Arthur Hughes

Translator(s): None

Book Size: 6" x 9"

Pages: 289

Font Size: 12pt

ISBN: 9781649650641

ASIN: 1649650647

  • Paperback – Black & White: Perfect bound with gloss cover; cream standard paper.
  • Paperback – Color: Perfect bound with gloss
    cover; white standard paper.
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About the Author

George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister, best known for his significant contributions to fantasy literature and his profound influence on writers such as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. Born in Huntly, Aberdeenshire, MacDonald's early life was marked by academic prowess and a deep connection to his Scottish roots.