The 13 Clocks
In a magical kingdom timelessly trapped by the sinister duke, a gallant prince embarks on a perilous quest to rescue a beautiful princess. With the help of a whimsical clockmaker, he must navigate enchanted forests and unravel the mystery of thirteen cursed clocks. Each clock holds a secret that could either save or doom him. Thurber infuses humor and fantasy, creating a bizarre yet captivating world where time stands still and love transcends all obstacles. Can the prince outsmart the duke and reclaim time, or will he be forever lost in a tick-tock trap?
By James Thurber
Published: NaN
""A man who is not afraid of the dark is not afraid of the light, for he knows that both are part of the same dance of existence.""
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In a cold, gloomy castle where all the clocks have stopped, a wicked Duke amuses himself by finding new and fiendish ways of rejecting the suitors for his niece, the good and beautiful Princess Saralinda.
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James Thurber
James Thurber (1894-1961) was an influential American cartoonist, author, and playwright known for his distinctive humor and keen observations of human nature. He gained prominence through his contributions to 'The New Yorker' magazine, where his whimsical illustrations and satirical essays captivated readers. Some of his most notable works include 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,' a short story that explores the fantasies of an ordinary man, and 'My Life and Hard Times,' a collection of autobiographical sketches filled with wit and irony. Thurber's writing style is characterized by its playful language and a unique blend of comedy and pathos, often reflecting his own experiences in a world he perceived as both absurd and poignant.
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- James Thurber
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- NYRB Kids
- ISBN
- 1590179374
- Language
- English
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- Genres
- FantasyFairy Tales and Mythology
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