The Little Lame Prince by Margaret Waters and Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

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Author Waters, Margaret
Author Craik, Dinah Maria Mulock, 1826-1887
Illustrator Hofsten, Hugo von
Title The Little Lame Prince
Rewritten for Young Readers by Margaret Waters
Credits Produced by Mark C. Orton, Jacqueline Jeremy, Ian Deane
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Summary "The Little Lame Prince" by Margaret Waters and Dinah Maria Mulock Craik is a children's novel rewritten for young readers, originally penned in the Victorian era. This enchanting tale revolves around the life of Prince Dolor, who faces physical challenges from a young age yet embarks on a journey filled with magic, discovery, and self-acceptance. The book explores themes of adversity and personal growth while emphasizing the importance of love and companionship. The story begins with the birth of Prince Dolor, whose early life is overshadowed by tragedy as he loses his mother and later his father. Despite his physical limitations that leave him unable to walk, Dolor's spirit remains undaunted. He eventually discovers a magical traveling cloak gifted by his mysterious godmother, which allows him to explore the world beyond the confines of his tower. Throughout his adventures, he learns valuable lessons about kindness, bravery, and the essence of true leadership. By the end of the tale, having grown into a wise and compassionate leader, Dolor accepts his role as king—proving that one's worth is not defined by physical ability but by courage and heart. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
Subject Princes -- Juvenile fiction
Subject People with disabilities -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 24053
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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