The Magic Fishbone

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The Magic Fishbone

by Charles Dickens

EN·~22 minutes·4 chapters

Chapters

4 total
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E-text prepared by Anne Storer and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from digital material generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http://www.archive.org/details/americana)

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THE MAGIC FISHBONE BY CHARLES DICKENS - WITH ILLUSTRATIONS BY S. BEATRICE PEARSE

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BY CHARLES DICKENS

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FOREWORD

21:52

Description

In a lively palace where a king with nineteen children tries to keep up with growing wardrobes, everyday errands turn into unexpected encounters. On a dreary morning the monarch stops at a fishmonger's, only to be approached by a mysterious old lady who reveals herself as the Good Fairy Grandmarina. She knows the king’s name, his family, and the secret wishes hidden in the bustling household.

The fairy presents Princess Alicia with a single, shining fish‑bone, promising that it will grant one wish if cared for and used at the right moment. As the royal family learns the value of patience and generosity, the magical token becomes a source of wonder and gentle instruction for both the young and the grown‑up. Listeners will be drawn into this charming holiday romance, where ordinary tasks hide extraordinary possibilities.

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Full title

The Magic Fishbone A Holiday Romance from the Pen of Miss Alice Rainbird, Aged 7

Language

en

Duration

~22 minutes (21K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2007-11-05

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens

1812–1870

One of the most beloved voices of the Victorian era, this English novelist turned sharp social observation into unforgettable stories full of vivid characters, humor, and feeling. His books still speak to readers through their energy, compassion, and clear-eyed look at poverty, ambition, and family life.

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