"Sir Gibbie"

I re-read a book I read in the past, for this month’s blog. It was as endearing this time as the first time I read it. Sir Gibbie, originally written by the Scottish storyteller, George Macdonald, is the perfect book for families to read together. It is the story of a little boy growing up in poverty whose character shines through every mistreatment he endures. Gibbie is orphaned and has to fend for himself, despite his lack of education and communication skills. The disparity between those who follow Christ and those who are self-consumed is exposed in the people Gibbie meets. One can use this book to teach, among other things, the principle of loving thy neighbor as thyself.

The copy of Sir Gibbie that I read was edited by Kathryn Lindskoog. She changed some out-dated words and shortened some of the chapters from Mr. Macdonald’s original, yet preserved the integrity of the story. I have since found out that there is a sequel to Sir Gibbie that continues the story of his best friend. Maybe I will get to read it for next month’s blog!
If you like George Macdonald’s writing, Michael Phillips, (a well-known Christian author) has edited many of his originals. They are easy to find in any library.

I hope that you are enjoying the plethora of good books that are out there. Reading is such a pleasure; one that everyone should take advantage of. Just keep in mind that there is no book like God’s Book--- the Bible.

You can purchase Sir Gibbie here.