No ordinary princess, no ordinary ball... Matty and her pet dragon live a funny, topsy turvy kind of life, in a world where being well mannered, good, clean and tidy is much frowned upon. As preparations for the Goblin ball get underway - the cobwebs are hung, the dirt swept in - Matty comes to hear of a band of Hobgoblins on the prowl .... She and her pet dragon must come to the rescue to ensure the success of the ball! For little girls who are used to the usual fare of pink and pretty perfection, this new series sits somewhere between Enid Blyton, Rainbow Magic and Shrek and will delight five year olds and upwards.

A funny, unique princess story - about a goblin princess who is too nice to be a goblin and who lives in a world where being good mannered, clean and good are frowned upon!

A little princess is protected by her friend Curdie from the goblin miners who live beneath the castle. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Series:Everything is topsy-turvy in Goblin world and Matty, the Goblin Princess, just doesn't fit in! Her mum, the Goblin Queen, is always telling her to un-tidy her room and eat up her slug porridge (yee-uk!). Most of all goblins HATE nice things, including their enemies the sparkly Forest Fairies. book 1:Matty has a problem. Her new pet baby dragon, Smoky, is far too good and her parents, the Goblin King and Queen, are threatening to send him away! But Smoky is her best friend - can she find a way to make him naughty enough to keep? She just might need the Forest Fairies' help...

George MacDonald's 'The Princess and the Goblin & The Princess and Curdie (Complete Illustrated Edition)' is a literary masterpiece that intertwines traditional fairy tale elements with symbolism and Christian allegory. The book is rich in imagination, making it a captivating read for both children and adults. MacDonald's descriptive writing style provides vivid imagery of the fantastical world he creates, drawing readers into the enchanting realm of goblins, princesses, and magic. The two stories in this complete edition explore themes of bravery, loyalty, and the battle between good and evil, leaving a profound impact on the reader's imagination and moral outlook. Set in a timeless literary context, MacDonald's works continue to inspire generations of readers with their depth and imagination. George MacDonald, a Scottish author and minister, was known for his fairy tales and fantasy novels that aimed to convey moral and spiritual truths to his audience. Influenced by his religious beliefs and personal experiences, MacDonald's works often contain Christian themes and allegorical elements. His unique storytelling style and imaginative world-building have earned him a lasting legacy in the realm of fantasy literature. I highly recommend 'The Princess and the Goblin & The Princess and Curdie' to readers of all ages who enjoy classic fairy tales with a deeper meaning. George MacDonald's timeless tales are sure to captivate your imagination and leave you pondering life's deeper truths long after you finish reading.

The Princess and the Goblin and its sequel quietly suggest in every incident ideas of courage and honor. Both the books start out as normal fairy tales, but slowly become stranger, and they contain layers of symbolism similar to that of Lewis Carroll's work. Eight-year-old Princess Irene lives a lonely life in a castle in a wild, desolate, mountainous kingdom, with only her nursemaid "Lootie" for company. Her father the king is normally absent, and her mother is dead. Unknown to her, the nearby mines are inhabited by a race of goblins, long banished from the kingdom and now anxious to take revenge on their human neighbors. One rainy day, the princess explores the castle and discovers a beautiful, mysterious lady, who identifies herself as Irene's namesake and great-great-grandmother. The adventure continues with Princess Irene and Curdie a year or two older. They must overthrow a set of corrupt ministers who are poisoning Irene's father, the king. Irene's grandmother also reappears and gives Curdie a strange gift. A monster called Lina aids his quest. George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. G. K. Chesterton cited The Princess and the Goblin as a book that had "made a difference to my whole existence".