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The Princess Lets Well Alone

From The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald, 1872

George MacDonald's The Princess and the Goblin, first published in 1872, is a classic of Victorian children's fantasy. This chapter finds young Princess Irene caught between the mysterious reality of her grandmother in the tower and the scepticism of her nurse. The text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. MacDonald weaves a story about the nature of faith, the limits of proof, and the quiet courage it takes to believe in what others cannot see. It is worth a young reader's time because it asks a question every person faces: how do you hold on to the truth when you cannot make anyone else see it?

Band

Blue · Independent readers, confidentTypical starting range: ages 12–14

Length

long · about 979 words in 5 sections · 2 pictures

Source

The Princess and the Goblin, George MacDonald

First published

1872

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (10 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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