The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale Of True Love & High Adventure

The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale Of True Love & High Adventure

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: William Goldman
Binding: Hardback
Published: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2017

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: No dust jacket, previous owner marks inside second page

The beloved "The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale Of True Love & High Adventure" presents a whimsical and adventurous narrative, chronicling the epic quest of Westley to rescue his beloved Buttercup from the clutches of Prince Humperdinck. This cherished fantasy novel masterfully blends swashbuckling action with genuine romance and sharp wit, illustrating a world populated by memorable characters like the expert swordsman Inigo Montoya and the gentle giant Fezzik. Goldman's unique storytelling style, which includes humorous authorial interjections, uncovers the true spirit of classic fairy tales while simultaneously satirizing their conventions. The narrative details a timeless story of courage, devotion, and the enduring power of true love, making it a treasured work for generations of readers.

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Description

Author: William Goldman
Binding: Hardback
Published: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2017

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: No dust jacket, previous owner marks inside second page

The beloved "The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale Of True Love & High Adventure" presents a whimsical and adventurous narrative, chronicling the epic quest of Westley to rescue his beloved Buttercup from the clutches of Prince Humperdinck. This cherished fantasy novel masterfully blends swashbuckling action with genuine romance and sharp wit, illustrating a world populated by memorable characters like the expert swordsman Inigo Montoya and the gentle giant Fezzik. Goldman's unique storytelling style, which includes humorous authorial interjections, uncovers the true spirit of classic fairy tales while simultaneously satirizing their conventions. The narrative details a timeless story of courage, devotion, and the enduring power of true love, making it a treasured work for generations of readers.