First published in 1870-1 as a serial in
GOOD WORKS FOR THE
YOUNG, a magazine of Christian outlook, George MacDonald's fantasy is reguarded by his admirers as his finest novel. The story of the virtuous Princess Irene and the wicked goblins with heads as hard as stone has a strong moral overtone but is enjoyed by readers of all ages. The author said: 'I do not write for children, but for the child-like, whether of five, or fifty, or seventy-five'.
Arthur Hughes, a follower of the Pre-Raphaelite movement, was a close friend of the author and provided the perfect illustrative accompaniment to his work.
| ISBN: | 9781857159196 |
| Publication date: | 21st October 1993 |
| Author: | George MacDonald, Arthur Hughes |
| Publisher: | Everyman's Library Children's Classics an imprint of Everyman |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 238 pages |
| Reading age: | 5+ |
| Series: | Everyman's Library CHILDREN'S CLASSICS |
| Genres: |
Classic Literature Fantasy / Magical |
First published in 1870-1 as a serial in GOOD WORKS FOR THE YOUNG, a magazine of Christian outlook, George MacDonald's fantasy is reguarded by his admirers as his finest novel. The story of the virtuous Princess Irene and the wicked goblins with heads as hard as stone has a strong moral overtone but is enjoyed by readers of all ages.
The Princess and the Goblin is aimed at readers aged 5 and over.
The Princess and the Goblin features in the following genres: Classic Literature, Fantasy / Magical
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The Princess and the Goblin was written by George MacDonald, Arthur Hughes and published by Everyman's Library Children's Classics an imprint of Everyman
The Princess and the Goblin has 238 pages
Yes it is part of Everyman's Library CHILDREN'S CLASSICS series
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. Not Available.