George MacDonald was born on December 10, 1824 in Scotland. Scottish fantasy author who inspired the likes of
J.R.R. Tolkien and
C.S. Lewis. His best known works include Phantastes, The Princess and the Goblin, and Lilith.
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💰George MacDonald Net worth: $14 Million
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About
Scottish fantasy author who inspired the likes of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. His best known works include Phantastes, The Princess and the Goblin, and Lilith.
Before Fame
He worked as a pastor at Trinity Congregational Church, Arundel after graduating from the University of Aberdeen. He was an unpopular minister, however, as a result of his sermons on universal salvation and the unconditional love of God.
Trivia
He mentored Lewis Carroll, convincing him to publish the famous work, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
Family Life
In 1851, he married Louisa Powell. The couple subsequently had eleven children.
Associated With
While traveling to America, he met and befriended the renowned poet, Walt Whitman.
