""The Princess and the Goblin"" is a fantasy novel written by George MacDonald and first published in 1872. The story follows the adventures of Princess Irene and her unlikely friendship with a young miner named Curdie. Together, they must face the goblins who dwell beneath the mountains and threaten the safety of the kingdom. Set in a magical world filled with enchantment and mystery, the novel explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the power of imagination. As Princess Irene and Curdie navigate the treacherous ...
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""The Princess and the Goblin"" is a fantasy novel written by George MacDonald and first published in 1872. The story follows the adventures of Princess Irene and her unlikely friendship with a young miner named Curdie. Together, they must face the goblins who dwell beneath the mountains and threaten the safety of the kingdom. Set in a magical world filled with enchantment and mystery, the novel explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the power of imagination. As Princess Irene and Curdie navigate the treacherous underground passages and encounter fantastical creatures, they learn important lessons about trust, compassion, and the nature of true heroism. George MacDonald's ""The Princess and the Goblin"" is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling, rich symbolism, and its ability to resonate with readers of all ages. It captures the wonder and excitement of childhood while delivering deeper messages about courage and the triumph of good over evil.
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A decidedly delightful fairy tale, of honor, bravery, and peril!
This is my first of George MacDonald's, and I can honestly say I enjoyed this little fantasy adventure. I so enjoyed following the Princess, as she has now become a favorite literary character of mine, the way she so sweetly handles her royal privileges.
I'm now looking forward to the sequel!
Daniel G
Oct 7, 2014
Spirituality Taught Through a Fairy Tale
Another wonderful book by the late George MacDonald,as he uses tales that appeal to both children and adults.
I'm 72 and I'm still reading these wonderful stories written years ago by MacDonald.
MacDonald was a mentor for C.S.Lewis....and Lewis got his ideas of using literature mainly directed at children to get his points across concerning his beliefs about God and Spiritualty.
These stories are loved by both adults and children to this day.....
The stories are wonderful and the message is even more wonderful.
I love them.
KLILALY
Sep 8, 2011
Deep in the mountain
A children's book suitable for a ten year old with some imagination. I found that too much of the story was underground in the dark.
Judith H
Jul 29, 2010
I remember reading this as a chid in an old book with engravings. I enjoyed it almost as much this time through so many years later but I do miss the old engravings. This story is a pleasant fantasy for the youth without the twistedness or bad attitudes so prevalent in much of what I have read for young people in recent years. Written in the 1800's the children are polite and considerate, generally obedient to the authorities over them whether a "nurse" or a parent.
Lisette
Jun 21, 2010
Wonderful fairy tale!
I read this book as a kid and am now reading it to my class of 3rd and 4th graders. It's a wonderful old story about a princess and a young boy who save a kingdom. The kids LOVE it and can't wait to hear more every day.
