The Princess Bride

Name: The Princess Bride
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780747590583
Price: 21.99 NZD
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By William Goldman

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The Princess Bride by William Goldman is a whimsical tale blending adventure, romance, and fantasy. It follows Buttercup, a young woman of striking beauty, and Westley, her devoted farmhand, as they navigate a series of perilous adventures filled with unusual characters. Their love faces challenges from sinister plots, quirky villains, and thrilling sword fights, all woven with humour and charm.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you love fairy tales mixed with humour, adventure, and romance. It combines a whimsical storytelling style with thrilling sword fights, daring rescues, and a touch of true love, offering a delightful escape into a world of fantasy and fun.

Beautiful, flaxen-haired Buttercup has fallen for Westley, the farm boy, and when he departs to make his fortune, she vows never to love another. So, when she hears that his ship has been captured by the Dread Pirate Roberts (no survivors) her heart is broken.

At long last, a wonderful jacket treatment for all the younger readers who have so far missed out on this amazing classic Also a classic cult film directed by Rob Reiner and starring Robin Wright Penn and Carey Elwes

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But her charms draw the attention of the relentless Prince Humperdinck, who wants a wife and will go to any lengths to have Buttercup.

So starts a fairy tale like no other, of fencing, poison, true love, hate, revenge, giants, bad men, good men, snakes, spiders, chases, escapes, lies, truths, passion, and miracles, and a damn fine story.

The Princess Bride is a captivating adventure that intertwines elements of fantasy, romance, and action.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Princess Bride by William Goldman is celebrated as a swashbuckling comic fantasy that blends fairytale adventure with humour. It's praised for its engaging storytelling quality and has captured many readers' hearts, often highlighted as a favourite by those who enjoy a spirited and whimsical narrative.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780747590583

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 336

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction William Goldman Young Adult

About the Author

William Goldman has been writing books and movies for over forty-five years. He has won two Academy Awards (for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and All the President's Men) and three Lifetime Achievement awards in screenwriting. He lives in New York City.

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