The Moon Princess: A Fairy Tale by Edith Ogden Harrison

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The Moon Princess: A Fairy Tale by Edith Ogden Harrison is a children’s fantasy written in the early 20th century. The story follows the journey of Ethelda, the Moon Princess, as she prepares to leave her celestial home for Earth with her beloved, the Sun Prince Dorion. Their wedding trip is met with various challenges and mystical elements that weave through the enchanting landscape filled with fairies, mermaids, and magical beings. At the start of the tale, readers are introduced to a tranquil and beautiful celestial realm where the Moon Princess, Ethelda, wishes to visit Earth for her honeymoon. The queen, her mother, is filled with foreboding but ultimately agrees, emphasizing the importance of caution. As Ethelda embarks on her adventure, they are received with great splendor on Earth, where she meets the diverse characters, including the Ocean King and the infamous black dwarf who presents an ominous obstacle ahead. The narrative captures the allure of fairy tales through its vivid descriptions and illustrations, offering a magical experience for young readers as Ethelda discovers earthly wonders and potential dangers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)