About Fairy Tales "I write, not for children, but for the child-like, whether they be of five, or fifty, or seventy-five." – George MacDonald Fairy Tales is a collection of the complete fairy tales of Scottish author and poet George MacDonald, published between 1871-1902. This volume brings together three enchanting novels— At the Back of the North Wind , The Princess and the Goblin , and The Princess and Curdie —as well as seven captivating short stories and novellas. MacDonald’s tales, rich in imagination and spiritual depth, explore themes of courage, self-sacrifice, and the transformative power of love. Blending fantasy with moral insight, these stories have inspired generations of readers and influenced notable writers such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L’Engle. MacDonald's fairy tales are marked by lyrical prose, memorable characters, and a profound sense of wonder.