The Magic City
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved classic of children's fantasy literature, The Magic City chronicles the imaginative adventures of Philip, a lonely boy who constructs an elaborate miniature city out of household objects — books, chess pieces, and candlesticks — only to find himself magically transported inside it. E. Nesbit's signature blend of whimsy and wonder transforms this enchanted world into a sprawling kingdom filled with strange laws, unexpected allies, and daring quests that Philip must complete to earn his way home. The narrative unfolds with a playful, inventive tone that balances gentle humor with genuine stakes, keeping young readers thoroughly captivated. Nesbit masterfully illustrates how imagination itself can be both a refuge and a responsibility, weaving themes of loneliness, belonging, and courage into every chapter. First published in 1910, the novel stands as one of her most inventive works, cementing her legacy as a foundational voice in the tradition of British children's fantasy.
Author: E. Nesbit
Format: Hardback
Published: 1910, Macmillan and Co., Limited
Genre: Childrens fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A beloved classic of children's fantasy literature, The Magic City chronicles the imaginative adventures of Philip, a lonely boy who constructs an elaborate miniature city out of household objects — books, chess pieces, and candlesticks — only to find himself magically transported inside it. E. Nesbit's signature blend of whimsy and wonder transforms this enchanted world into a sprawling kingdom filled with strange laws, unexpected allies, and daring quests that Philip must complete to earn his way home. The narrative unfolds with a playful, inventive tone that balances gentle humor with genuine stakes, keeping young readers thoroughly captivated. Nesbit masterfully illustrates how imagination itself can be both a refuge and a responsibility, weaving themes of loneliness, belonging, and courage into every chapter. First published in 1910, the novel stands as one of her most inventive works, cementing her legacy as a foundational voice in the tradition of British children's fantasy.