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The Light Princess: Large Print by George MacDonald

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beautifulminutiae's review against another edition

5.0

I could sum up this book in just a few words - whimsical, delightful, fun. Even better if you get the edition with Maurice Sendak’s illustrations!

emlickliter's review against another edition

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adventurous

4.0

The Light Princess by George MacDonald – A true classic! I really enjoyed rereading it as an adult! Happy Reading!

domblount's review against another edition

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lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? N/A
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

ilse0778's review against another edition

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4.0

The Light Princess was a delightful fairy tale to listen to as I drove home. I found it very imaginative and liked how spunky the light princess was when talking to the prince, who was really rather sweet. Definitely a story I can recommend if you want a short, witty and light-hearted read!

kbeddes's review against another edition

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4.0

Genre: old time juvenile fiction
Summary: There once was a princess who was cursed from birth to remain lighter than air until a prince saves her. She is threatened by the smallest breeze but in the water, she has her normal weight. When her beloved pond begins to disappear, she is distraught, but seeing as a young handsome prince is already in love with her, he offers himself as a sacrifice to plug the hole. As he is nearing his death, the princess realizes what he must feel to sacrifice so much and she loves him back and her curse is lifted!
Response: I am arguing that this is pre-1920's YA lit because even though this sounds like a fairy tale for children George MacDonald had several rather grown up fairy tales with much deeper meanings than would be noticed by younger children.