Publisher's Synopsis
The Fairy Egg: And What It Held is a children's book written by H.H. Weston and originally published in 1869. The story follows a young boy named Willie who discovers a mysterious egg in the woods. As he tries to figure out what kind of creature might hatch from it, he is visited by a magical fairy who reveals the egg's true nature. The egg holds a tiny fairy princess who has been cursed by an evil sorcerer and needs Willie's help to break the spell. Together, Willie and the fairy embark on a perilous adventure to find the sorcerer and save the princess. Along the way, they encounter a host of magical creatures and obstacles, including a mischievous elf and a treacherous river. The Fairy Egg: And What It Held is a charming tale of friendship, bravery, and the power of kindness to overcome even the darkest magic. With its delightful illustrations and engaging storytelling, it is sure to captivate young readers and spark their imaginations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
