The Mermaid
The Mermaid by Christina Henry, published by Penguin on June 19, 2018, is a historical fairy tale that explores the journey of a mermaid named Amelia who leaves the sea to experience life on land. This edition spans 336 pages and is presented in English. The story centers around Amelia’s desire to discover the wonders of the world, leading her to become the star attraction for the renowned showman P. T. Barnum, who sees her as a means to achieve his fortune.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines fantasy with historical elements, as Amelia navigates her new life among humans while grappling with Barnum’s relentless ambition. The book delves into themes of longing and the complexities of fame, as Amelia’s initial excitement turns into a struggle for autonomy. The Mermaid offers a unique perspective on the intersection of myth and reality, making it a thought-provoking addition to the genres of fiction and fantasy.
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From the author of Lost Boy comes a beautiful historical fairy tale about a mermaid who leaves the sea, only to become the star attraction of history’s greatest showman.
Once there was a mermaid called Amelia who could never be content in the sea, a mermaid who longed to know all the world and all its wonders, and so she came to live on land.
Once there was a man called P. T. Barnum, a man who longed to make his fortune by selling the wondrous and miraculous, and there is nothing more miraculous than a real mermaid.
Amelia agrees to play the mermaid for Barnum and walk among men in their world, believing she can leave anytime she likes. But Barnum has never given up a money-making scheme in his life, and he’s determined to hold on to his mermaid.
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