The Princess and Curdie Author:George MacDonald, Helen Stratton (Illustrator) With the help of a mysterious fairy queen who provides monstrous but gentle creatures to aid him, a miner's son takes on the dangerous task of helping the king and princess confound their enemies and save the kingdom.
Sequel to "The Princess & The Goblin".
George MacDonald wrote with moral values in view, but let his imagination wonder wondrously. He uses the Scottish countryside and turns it into an engrossingly fay world.
Originally written in 1883, this is a classic fairy tale that has stood the test of time. My mother read it as a child, and read it to me when I was little. I, in turn, buy copies for my friends' kids, having none of my own with whom to share this delightful story.