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The Princess and the Goblin

by Jeanne DuPrau, Arthur Hughes, George MacDonald
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Victorian fairy tale with courageous princess, goblins.

"The Princess and the Goblin" could resonate with you if you appreciate timeless tales steeped in courage and whimsy. It's a classic that transcends age, woven with themes of bravery and the fight against evil. You'd be following in the footsteps of other fantasy enthusiasts who found inspiration in MacDonald's imaginative world. Whether you’re a young reader or young at heart, this book promises a delightful journey through a fantastical landscape.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Princess and the Goblin

by Jeanne DuPrau, Arthur Hughes, George MacDonald
Save up to 24%
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ISBN: 9780375863387
Authors: Jeanne DuPrau, Arthur Hughes, George MacDonald
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: 2010-01-26
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Young Adult, Fantasy
Goodreads rating: 4.02
(rated by 36800 readers)

Description

One of the most successful and beloved of Victorian fairy tales, George Macdonald’s The Princess and the Goblin tells the story of young Princess Irene and her friend Curdie, who must outwit the threatening goblins who live in caves beneath her mountain home. Macdonald’s pioneering use of fanstasy as a literary medium had a great influence on Lewis Carroll, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L’Engle, all great admirers of his work, which has remained popular to this day. "I write, not for children," he wrote, "but for the child-like, whether they be of five, or fifty, or seventy-five."This edition includes illustrations by Arthur Hughes.
 

Victorian fairy tale with courageous princess, goblins.

"The Princess and the Goblin" could resonate with you if you appreciate timeless tales steeped in courage and whimsy. It's a classic that transcends age, woven with themes of bravery and the fight against evil. You'd be following in the footsteps of other fantasy enthusiasts who found inspiration in MacDonald's imaginative world. Whether you’re a young reader or young at heart, this book promises a delightful journey through a fantastical landscape.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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