The Last Unicorn
The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle is a reissue published by Penguin on January 1, 1991, featuring 320 pages in English. This enduring classic of the twentieth century follows a unicorn who leaves her lilac wood in search of others of her kind. Accompanied by the bumbling magician Schmendrick and the determined Molly Grue, she embarks on a journey that reveals the complexities of life and love, ultimately leading her to confront her destiny and the threat facing her kind.
Readers will find a rich narrative that intertwines elements of fantasy and folklore, exploring themes of love and loss. The story presents a unique blend of adventure and introspection as the characters navigate their challenges. With its timeless appeal, The Last Unicorn continues to resonate with audiences, making it a significant work within the realms of fiction and mythology.
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INCLUDES A NEW INTRODUCTION BY PATRICK ROTHFUSS
Experience one of the most enduring classics of the twentieth century and the book that The Atlantic has called “one of the best fantasy novels ever.”
The unicorn lived in a lilac wood, and she lived all alone…
…so she ventured out from the safety of the enchanted forest on a quest for others of her kind. Joined along the way by the bumbling magician Schmendrick and the indomitable Molly Grue, the unicorn learns all about the joys and sorrows of life and love before meeting her destiny in the castle of a despondent monarch—and confronting the creature that would drive her kind to extinction….
In The Last Unicorn, renowned and beloved novelist Peter S. Beagle spins a poignant tale of love, loss, and wonder that has resonated with millions of readers around the world.
“Peter S. Beagle illuminates with his own particular magic.”—Ursula K. Le Guin
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