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Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank)
1856
1919
Van Dyne, Edith
Bancroft, Laura
Baum, Lyman Frank
Metcalf, Suzanne
Akers, Floyd
Cooke, John Estes
Fitzgerald, Capt. Hugh
Fitzgerald, Hugh
Staunton, Schuyler
The Enchanted Island of Yew
Whereon Prince Marvel Encountered the High Ki of Twi and Other Surprising People
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Enchanted_Island_of_Yew
Produced by John N. White and Dennis Amundson.
"The Enchanted Island of Yew" by L. Frank Baum is a children's fantasy novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the whimsical adventures of Prince Marvel, who encounters a variety of magical beings, including the High Ki of Twi, on the enchanting Isle of Yew, which is filled with magical creatures and kingdoms. The narrative sets up a world where the line between fae and humans is blurred, and the young prince seeks to understand and navigate this richly crafted, enchanting realm. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the enchanted Isle of Yew, divided into kingdoms and alive with fairies and magic. The opening narrative presents a peaceful yet perilous life for its inhabitants, particularly the threat posed by the giant's kingdom, Spor. Three young girls, led by the fair Seseley, venture into the Fairy Bower, where they encounter a fairy desiring to become mortal for a taste of adventure. The fairy's wish leads to the transformation of her into Prince Marvel, a gallant youth who yearns for thrilling exploits, highlighting his journey that intertwines with themes of adventure, identity, and the interplay between mortals and the enchanted. This introduction sets the stage for his subsequent adventures and the challenges he will face on the island. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Fantasy fiction
Twins -- Juvenile fiction
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Fairies -- Juvenile fiction
Dragons -- Juvenile fiction
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Princes -- Juvenile fiction
Brigands and robbers -- Juvenile fiction
Knights and knighthood -- Juvenile fiction
Good and evil -- Juvenile fiction
Magicians -- Juvenile fiction
Boredom -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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