George MacDonald – The Princess and the Goblin 1977 Turkish Book Turkey Illustrated
George MacDonald – The Princess and the Goblin (Prenses ve Yeraltı Cüceleri) – Zuhal Yayınları 1977 Edition – Turkish
Description:
George MacDonald’s The Princess and the Goblin is a classic Victorian fantasy novel centered on Princess Irene, a young girl living in a remote mountain kingdom threatened by mysterious goblins beneath the earth. As Irene encounters these strange creatures and their underground world, she becomes involved in a remarkable adventure filled with danger, mystery, and magic.
The story also follows Curdie, a courageous young miner’s son who discovers the goblins’ plans and attempts to protect Irene. Their adventures explore themes of courage, friendship, trust, imagination, and the struggle between good and evil, making the novel an enduring classic of children’s fantasy literature.
This Turkish edition was published by Zuhal Yayınları in 1977 and features numerous interior illustrations. The cover artwork was created by Turkish illustrator Yücel, giving this edition a distinctive visual identity and a strong connection to the illustrated Turkish children's books of its period.
A unique Turkey-only cover, this edition is particularly appealing to collectors of vintage Turkish children's literature and classic fantasy. Its 1977 publication date, numerous interior illustrations, and original cover artwork by Turkish illustrator Yücel make it a distinctive collectible for enthusiasts of George MacDonald and historical Turkish editions of children's classics.
Key Features:
• Author: George MacDonald
• Original Title: The Princess and the Goblin
• Turkish Title: Prenses ve Yeraltı Cüceleri
• Publisher: Zuhal Yayınları
• Publication Year: 1977
• Language: Turkish
• Genre: Children’s Literature, Fantasy, Adventure
• Subject: Princess Irene’s adventures involving the mysterious goblins beneath her mountain kingdom
• Illustrations: Numerous interior illustrations
• Cover Artwork: Original artwork by Turkish illustrator Yücel
• Collector Appeal: Unique Turkey-only cover featuring original artwork by Turkish illustrator Yücel