Princess and Curdie

"e;The Princess and Curdie"e; is George MacDonald's 1883 sequel to "e;The Princess and the Goblin"e; in which we find Princess Irene and Curdie a year or two older. In this fantastical adventure Princess Irene and Curdie must overthrow a set of corrupt ministers who are poisoning Irene's father, the king. When Curdie meets Irene's mysterious Grandmother he is sent off on a quest with a strange dog-like creature named Lina, who was once human, to help save Irene's father. A classic tale of fantasy, "e;The Princess and Curdie"e; is one of George MacDonald's most perfect children's tales.