The Princess and Curdie by George MacDonald

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Author MacDonald, George, 1824-1905
Title The Princess and Curdie
Note Sequel to The Princess and the Goblin, #34339, #708, and #28941 (audiobook).
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #36612
Note Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Jo Churcher. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Princess and Curdie" by George MacDonald is a fantasy novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows Curdie, a young miner, as he navigates the challenges and magical encounters in a world filled with strange creatures and mystical occurrences. Central to the narrative is Princess Irene, Curdie's connection to royalty, who brings depth and intrigue to his adventures. The opening of the novel introduces Curdie and his life on the mountain, where he works with his father as a miner. As they navigate their daily lives, the story touches on the wonders and terrors of nature, particularly the mountains, imbued with a sense of beauty and danger. It hints at Curdie’s past bravery against goblins that threatened the princess and sets the stage for an exploration of themes such as childhood innocence, the journey into adulthood, and moral character development. In encountering a white pigeon, which he wounds, Curdie reflects on innocence lost and the nature of harm versus protection, leading him to deeper realizations and foreshadowing his forthcoming adventures with Princess Irene and her enigmatic great-great-grandmother. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fantasy literature
Subject Fairy tales
Subject Children's stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 709
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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