The King of Elfland's Daughter: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The King of Elfland's Daughter is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dunsany, Lord (1878–1957).
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"The King of Elfland's Daughter" by Lord Dunsany is a fantasy novel published in 1924. When the people of Erl demand a magic lord, Alveric is sent to Elfland to win the hand of Princess Lirazel. Their union brings a son, but the fairy bride struggles to fit into the mortal world. As Lirazel returns to her father's enchanted realm, her lovesick husband embarks on a hopeless quest, while the Elf King contemplates extraordinary measures to reunite his daughter with those she loves.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The King of Elfland's Daughter
- Author credits: Dunsany, Lord (1878–1957)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fantasy fiction
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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