Davy and the Goblin

By Charles E. Carryl

Book Overview

"Davy and The Goblin: What Followed Reading 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'" by Charles E. Carryl invites readers into a whimsical world of fantasy and adventure. This enchanting tale, reminiscent of classic fairy tales, follows a young protagonist's journey into a realm populated by goblins and other fantastical creatures.

A treasured piece of children's literature, the story unfolds with charm and imagination. Readers of all ages will be captivated by the timeless appeal of this enchanting adventure, which explores themes of wonder and self-discovery. Experience the magic of this classic fantasy, meticulously prepared for print republication. A delightful read for anyone who appreciates the enduring power of imaginative storytelling.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023066130
• ISBN13: 9781023066136
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Good because of Hildebrandt's illustration

- but I found the story weak and scattered. The pictures split between pencil sketches and incredible paintings. The sketches are good, but the paintings are everything I hope for in Hildebrandt's work. They capture draftmanship, color, expression, and light in a wonderul balance. The story goes back to 1900 or so (the only clue is that the author died in 1920, about age 60). A small boy follows a magical being through worlds of fantasy and fairy tale, learns to believe in the unbelievable, and wakes to find that it was all a dream. It's been done before, it will be done again, and it can be good, but this just didn't engage me. The changes were so frequent and abrupt that it was easy to skip a cog. If you read this to a small child, though, the brief vignettes may suit the brief attention span. Four stars - all for the illustration. It would have been 5 if there were more samples of Hildebrandt's art, or maybe if a kid had been there to advise me on the proper reading of this story. //wiredweird