The Princess and the Goblin: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Princess and the Goblin is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for MacDonald, George (1824–1905).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Princess and the Goblin" by George MacDonald is a children's fantasy novel published in 1872. Eight-year-old Princess Irene lives isolated in a mountain castle, unaware that vengeful goblins inhabit the mines below, plotting against the kingdom. When she discovers a mysterious great-great-grandmother in the castle tower and befriends a brave young miner named Curdie, she finds herself drawn into a dangerous conflict. With magical guidance and unexpected courage, they must face an ancient threat emerging from beneath the earth.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Princess and the Goblin
- Author credits: MacDonald, George (1824–1905)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children's stories
- Fairy tales
- Fantasy literature
- Goblins -- Juvenile fiction
- Princesses -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Children's Literature
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