Edited by Barbara Amell

George MacDonald (1824-1905) was one of the most important and influential writers of the 19th century.

Most of his books have recently been reprinted; however, his anthology Beautiful Thoughts has remained unavailable for over a century.

First published in 1895, the book was heralded in the press for its "helpfulness as a spiritual companion"; only two US libraries are currently listed in possession of the volume.

Beautiful Thoughts by George MacDonald contains the original 365 quotations from the author's fiction, theology, and poetical works chosen by Elizabeth W. Dougall, MacDonald's dedication and an Elliot & Fry photograph of MacDonald.

In addition to the original contents, this collection also contains an 1895 review of the anthology, a 1905 biographical tribute to MacDonald by his friend W. Garrett Horder, and an introduction by Barbara Amell.