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$43.75The Story
5W, 1972 by Oscar Wilde, Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum
Description
The Happy Prince and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poignant fairy tales that blend beauty, sadness, and moral lessons. The title story follows a gilded statue, the Happy Prince, who, with the help of a devoted swallow, gives away his riches to help the poor and suffering in his city. Other stories in the collection, such as “The Nightingale and the Rose” and “The Selfish Giant,” explore themes of love, sacrifice, compassion, and human folly, often with a bittersweet or tragic undertone. Wilde’s elegant prose, wit, and empathy make these tales enduring classics that appeal to both children and adults.
Notes
Colorful binding with dust jacket, intact, very fine condition.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
5W, 1972 by Oscar Wilde, Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum
Description
The Happy Prince and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poignant fairy tales that blend beauty, sadness, and moral lessons. The title story follows a gilded statue, the Happy Prince, who, with the help of a devoted swallow, gives away his riches to help the poor and suffering in his city. Other stories in the collection, such as “The Nightingale and the Rose” and “The Selfish Giant,” explore themes of love, sacrifice, compassion, and human folly, often with a bittersweet or tragic undertone. Wilde’s elegant prose, wit, and empathy make these tales enduring classics that appeal to both children and adults.
Notes
Colorful binding with dust jacket, intact, very fine condition.
