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Transcriber's note:
In a rugged corner of Cornwall during King Arthur’s reign, a young farmer’s son named Jack spends his days tending sheep while dreaming of heroic deeds. Gifted with quick wit and a love for tales of giants and fairies, he outmatches other boys in wrestling and strategic games. When a massive, selfish giant begins terrorizing the countryside, stealing cattle and driving villagers from their homes, Jack decides enough is enough.
Armed only with a simple horn, a shovel and a pickaxe, he sets out for the giant’s craggy mount, planning a clever trap rather than a brute clash. Along the way he encounters startled shepherds, curious fairies, and hints of ancient courtly justice that suggest a larger world beyond his farm. Listeners will follow his daring preparations and the tense moments as he confronts the towering menace, discovering whether wit can outweigh sheer size.
Language
en
Duration
~30 minutes (28K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by University of Florida Childrens Library, Shui Ming Ho and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
2005-04-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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