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Prinssi Keijujalka

by Frances Hodgson Burnett & Tyyni Tuulio (Translator)

  • First published: Date unknown
  • Language: Finnish

"Prinssi Keijujalka" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young prince born with small feet, which in a kingdom where large feet are considered a sign of nobility, brings great shame to his royal family. Cast out from the palace, he leads a life of hardship but eventually discovers the magic of friendship and love in the enchanted world of fairies. The narrative follows the life of the prince, who is ignored and mistreated by a pig farmer's family after being sent away from the royal court. Despite his difficult circumstances, he befriends magical creatures and learns about the joys of life outside his kingdom. As he grows, he uncovers a hidden source of magic that can help him reclaim his rightful place. His journey leads him to Princess Kultakutri, who becomes the key to both their happiness, as he helps her with a transformation linked to her own struggle. The story is imbued with themes of identity, acceptance, and the importance of inner virtues over external appearances. Through love and kindness, the prince not only finds his happiness but also brings joy to those around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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2019-12-30Project GutenbergFinnish—Public domain (USA)

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