

George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. Its themes of bravery, loyalty, and kindness make it a beloved classic of children's literature that continues to inspire readers of all ages.


The Princess and the Goblin is a timeless story of adventure, friendship, and the triumph of good over evil. With the help of Curdie and the friendly goblins, Irene must use her bravery and quick thinking to foil the evil goblins' plans and save herself and her kingdom. Together they uncover a nefarious plot by a group of evil goblins to kidnap Irene and use her as leverage against the king. Determined to see her new friends again, Irene secretly returns to the goblin's lair with the help of Curdie. But when her father, the king, finds out about her adventures, he forbids her from ever going down there again. There she meets a group of friendly goblins who are kind to her and show her their world. One day, while exploring the castle, Irene discovers a secret stairway that leads down into the mountain. The story follows the adventures of a young princess named Irene who lives in a castle on top of a mountain, and a young miner boy named Curdie who lives beneath the mountain. The Princess and the Goblin is a classic children's fairy tale written by George MacDonald.
