The Neverending Story
The Neverending Story by Michael Ende is an illustrated edition published by Penguin on July 20, 1984. This enchanting tale follows Bastian, a lonely boy who discovers a magical book that transports him to the fantastical world of Fantastica. As he navigates this realm filled with unicorns, dragons, and other mythical creatures, Bastian learns that he must save the Childlike Empress by giving her a new name, a task that leads him on an epic adventure.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a richly woven narrative that blends elements of fantasy and adventure. Bastian’s journey takes him through the Swamps of Sadness and the Silver Mountains, where he encounters a variety of characters, including sorcerers, giants, and gnomes. The story captures the essence of childhood dreams and the timeless allure of myth, making it a significant addition to the genres of fiction and fantasy. With 384 pages, this illustrated edition invites readers to explore the depths of imagination and the power of storytelling.
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From award-winning author Michael Ende, The Neverending Story is a classic tale of one boy and the book that magically comes to life
Unicorns, dragons, sprites, will-o’-the-wisps: the inhabitants of an enchanted world. And into this world – through the pages of an old book – ventures Bastian, a lonely boy of ten or twelve. But Fantastica is slowly decaying, its Childlike Empress dying. Only a real human being can set things right by giving the Empress a new name. Bastian takes up the challenge, and finds himself crossing the Swamps of Sadness and the Silver Mountains, meeting sorcerers and giants, bats and night-hobs, gnomes and racing snails, as he journeys bravely toward the Ivory Tower, Bastian’s quest is filled with all the wonders of myth and fairy tale. It is a fantasy adventure that will capture your heart – and recapture the magical dreams of childhood.
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