The Magic Fishbone by Charles Dickens

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Author Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Title The Magic Fishbone
A Holiday Romance from the Pen of Miss Alice Rainbird, Aged 7
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Summary "The Magic Fishbone" by Charles Dickens is a children's tale presented as a whimsical story written during the late 19th century. This delightful narrative, which is part of a collection titled "Holiday Romance," encapsulates the adventures and challenges faced by a royal family, particularly focusing on the clever Princess Alicia. The story blends elements of fantasy and fairy tale, exploring themes of responsibility, family, and the balance between wishes and consequences. The plot revolves around Princess Alicia and her father, King Watkins the First, who faces financial woes. After receiving a magical fishbone from a fairy named Grandmarina, Princess Alicia learns that it can grant one wish if used at the right time. Throughout the story, she uses her intelligence and resourcefulness to care for her family while keeping the fishbone a secret. As troubles arise, such as her mother's illness and the chaos of looking after her many siblings, Alicia must navigate her responsibilities. Eventually, with love and wisdom, she uses the fishbone to bring prosperity back to the family, culminating in a joyful wedding feast and ensuring a happy future for herself and her prince, reinforcing the importance of kindness and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
Subject Humorous stories
Subject Children's stories
Subject Princesses -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 23344
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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