{"product_id":"phantastes-by-george-macdonald-hardcover","title":"Phantastes, by George MacDonald (Hardcover)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhantastes\u003c\/em\u003e (1858) is a groundbreaking fantasy novel by Scottish author George MacDonald, often considered one of the earliest works of modern fantasy. The story follows a young man named Anodos, who stumbles into a magical, dreamlike world filled with mystical creatures, enchanted forests, and deep allegorical meaning. As Anodos embarks on his quest for self-discovery, he confronts inner darkness, beauty, and the nature of reality. This imaginative and symbolic tale profoundly influenced later writers, including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, and remains a classic of fantasy literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildside Press LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43184507584721,"sku":"9781434498748","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5981\/5377\/files\/9781434498748_FC.jpg?v=1784073204","url":"https:\/\/startlingstories.us\/products\/phantastes-by-george-macdonald-hardcover","provider":"Startling Stories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}