Phantastes: A Faerie Romance for Men and Women
Author: first_name: George
last_name: MacDonald
Language: English
Year: 1858

A young man named Anodos experiences dream-like adventures in Fairy Land, where he meets tree-spirits, endures the presence of the overwhelming shadow, journeys to the palace of the fairy queen, and searches for the spirit of the earth. The story conveys a profound sadness and a poignant longing for death.