Goody goody [George MacDonald]
1873
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Frederick Waddy's 1873 caricature playfully exaggerates the author George MacDonald as a towering, bearded giant looming over two small children. He is shown handing down a book of his own works like a benevolent deity, while 'The Vicar's Daughter' lies at his feet. The title 'Goody Goody' satirizes MacDonald's reputation for moralistic storytelling, turning the serious writer into an overwhelming, almost saintly figure. It’s a witty glimpse into Victorian literary culture, poking fun at the 'goody-two-shoes' nature of children's books from that era.
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