The Light Princess and Other Fairy Stories - Classic Tales of Magic, Wonder, and Imagination from George MacDonald
Overview
George MacDonald's The Light Princess and Other Fairy Stories gathers several of the author's most beloved imaginative tales, blending fantasy, humor, and moral insight in stories that have delighted readers for generations.
At the heart of the collection is The Light Princess, the whimsical story of a princess cursed so that she possesses no gravity-neither physical nor emotional. Unable to take anything seriously, she floats through life untouched by ordinary concerns until love and sacrifice begin to reveal the deeper meaning of the enchantment placed upon her.
The volume also includes other fairy tales by MacDonald, whose storytelling combines elements of folklore, gentle satire, and spiritual reflection. His imaginative worlds are filled with strange enchantments, curious characters, and moments of quiet wonder that invite readers to look beyond the ordinary surface of life.
First published in the nineteenth century, these stories helped establish MacDonald as one of the most important pioneers of modern fantasy literature. His work influenced later writers such as C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien and remains a cornerstone of the fairy tale tradition.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781604594539
- ISBN-10: 1604594535
- Publisher: SMK Books
- Publish Date: August 2008
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.22 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.32 pounds
- Page Count: 92
- Reading Level: Ages 4-12
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