Dive into George MacDonald’s journey with Princess Irene through secret mazes, epic battles, and beautiful relationships as the insightful words of Jonathan St. John illuminate the many Christian themes, motifs, and character arcs in this beloved tale. A truly unique resource, this pairing would be perfect to go through with students, parent groups, book clubs, or even on your own! Learn about the way MacDonald reveals scriptural truths, the nature of God, and the love Christ has for His c…

Jonathan St. John expertly tackles the Christian threads woven into this beloved fairy tale that has inspired many famous works throughout literary history. A wonderful tool for homeschoolers, book clubs, teachers, parents, and more, this Christian Reader’s Guide walks through the many layered characters, themes, and plot points and carefully reveals the nature of God, Christ’s sacrifice, and the relationship between The Father and his beloved children as portrayed in George MacDonald’s work.