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Published in 1872, The Princess and the Goblin is one of the first books in the modern fantasy genre. This book had tremendous and very visible influence on all the (now much more famous) authors that came after it.
It is of course very dated. It does not match the standards that fantasy have created since; in neither scope, story, characterisation or complexity. On the other hand, it is a rather enjoyable little fairytale, and it does have its positive sides.
Mostly, though, this book is not real ...more
It is of course very dated. It does not match the standards that fantasy have created since; in neither scope, story, characterisation or complexity. On the other hand, it is a rather enjoyable little fairytale, and it does have its positive sides.
Mostly, though, this book is not real ...more
The Princess and the Goblin is a fun and fantastical read for children of all ages. Introducing many tropes of modern fantasy while moving along at a quick pace.
It has some violence and battles, though it is minimal and confrontations are often resolved with alternative methods, and is hardly explicit even when their is fighting. The story is exciting and fast paced enough to keep a young reader's attention and it has some positive morals for younger readers too. It also has a bit of Christian s ...more
It has some violence and battles, though it is minimal and confrontations are often resolved with alternative methods, and is hardly explicit even when their is fighting. The story is exciting and fast paced enough to keep a young reader's attention and it has some positive morals for younger readers too. It also has a bit of Christian s ...more
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Hugh La Lume
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Jul 14, 2015
Terry Littleton
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**1/2
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Suzy Davies
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