Once on a Time by A. A. Milne
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| Author | Milne, A. A. (Alan Alexander), 1882-1956 |
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| Illustrator | Robinson, Charles, 1870-1937 |
| Title | Once on a Time |
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Produced by K Hindall <kkh2@cornell.edu> from a PDF at archive.org http://www.archive.org/details/onceontime00miln and edited by Padraig O hIceadha. |
| Summary | "Once on a Time" by A. A. Milne is a whimsical fantasy tale written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a fairytale-like setting with various characters, including King Merriwig of Euralia, his daughter Princess Hyacinth, and the ambitious Countess Belvane, engaging in humorous adventures and misadventures amidst a backdrop of royal intrigue and whimsical misunderstandings. The opening of the book introduces us to King Merriwig, who is at breakfast with his daughter, Princess Hyacinth. Their light banter reveals the King’s somewhat nostalgic longing for the days of adventure, while Hyacinth’s innocence prompts them to discuss her mother. The dynamic between them sets the tone for their upcoming challenges. The narrative hints at other characters, such as the ambitious Countess Belvane, who will play a pivotal role in the unfolding tale. Overall, this initial portion establishes a lively atmosphere filled with humor, familial relationships, and hints of intrigue that promise further enchantment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fantasy literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27771 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 208 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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