The Mysterious Shin Shira The Enigmatic Adventures of a Yellow Dwarf
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
20.07.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
76
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14.8/0.5 cm
Gewicht
112 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-2819-7
"The Mysterious Shin Shira" by G.E. Farrow is a captivating collection of whimsical tales centered around the titular character, Shin Shira, a peculiar yellow dwarf with fairy ancestry. The narrative unfolds through a series of adventures, each marked by Shin Shira's ability to shift effortlessly between appearing and disappearing at will, a trait inherited from his fairy great-great-great-grandmother. The book opens with the narrator's first encounter with Shin Shira, who materializes in his study, recounting a narrow escape from the Grand Panjandrum's wrath due to a failed magical remedy for toothache. This sets the tone for the subsequent stories, each a blend of fantasy and humor. In one tale, Shin Shira recounts the legend of a dragon trapped behind rocks at Kynance Cove, a story intertwined with his own past and a lost love. Another adventure involves a Magic Carpet, which leads to a series of mishaps when the narrator's young cousin, Lionel, uses it for a journey that ends unexpectedly in mid-ocean. The narrative is rich with fantastical elements, such as a visit to a Duchess's "At Home," where Shin Shira's conjuring skills turn a potentially awkward situation into a delightful entertainment for the guests. Farrow's work is characterized by its playful tone and imaginative scenarios, appealing to both children and adults. The stories are not only entertaining but also explore themes of friendship, courage, and the unexpected consequences of magic. Shin Shira's adventures are a testament to Farrow's creativity and his ability to weave enchanting tales that captivate the reader's imagination.
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