The Unruly Sprite: A Partial Fairy Tale: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Unruly Sprite: A Partial Fairy Tale is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Van Dyke, Henry (1852–1933).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Unruly Sprite: A Partial Fairy Tale" by Henry Van Dyke is a whimsical short story written in the early 20th century. This book falls within the realm of fairy tales and explores themes of creativity, inspiration, and the whimsical nature of companionship. It is a tale that intertwines the mundane world of a writer with fantastical elements in the form of charming, mischievous sprites. The story centers around a writer who is accompanied by a group of sprites that inspire and assist him in his literary endeavors. Among these sprites is one particularly unruly sprite, who becomes a source of trouble for a lady friend of the writer. Initially, the sprite annoys her by his constant attention and idle behavior, prompting the writer to attempt to "educate" him. However, after a misguided attempt to discipline the sprite leads to unforeseen consequences, it is revealed that the sprite's wildness is tied to the writer's inspiration. The narrative concludes with an unexpected and sweet twist, highlighting the interconnectedness of their artistic lives and the ineffable magic that creativity brings.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Unruly Sprite: A Partial Fairy Tale
- Author credits: Van Dyke, Henry (1852–1933)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Authors -- Fiction
- Fairies -- Fiction
- Short stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Short Stories
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