The Princess and the Goblin

One of the most successful and beloved Victorian fairy tales...

The Princess and the Goblin is the story of Princess Irene and her friend Curdie, who come face to face with the dreaded mountain goblins. This children's fantasy novel was originally published in 1872. It uses subtle layers of symbolism to tell a story of courage and honor.

George MacDonald is considered one of the most important Christian authors of all time. His works include over twenty novels, many theological and critical works, and several volumes of poetry. But it is his stories for children that have endured the test of time. These works influenced many writers -- including C.S. Lewis, who considered MacDonald his mentor, and J.R.R. Tolkien, who used MacDonald's work as "a measuring stick" for his own writing in The Lord of the Rings.