BIEGEL, Paul - The Gardens of Dorr - (Excellent 1st English Edition Hardcover in Wrapper)

Published by Dent in 1975 - Translated from the Dutch - Illustrations by Eva-Johanna Rubin - Paul Biegel was one of Hollands most highly acclaimed writers for children. His fairy-tale books and stories are timeless and capture the hearts of children and adults, not only in Holland but all around the world.- Biegel was awarded the Dutch State Award for Children's Literature, won the Dutch Children's Book Prize twice and was included in the 1968 Honours List of the German Children's Book Awards.  >>>  A classic masterpiece of middle grade fantasy by the author of The King of The Copper Mountains.  >>>  Dorr was once a city of merriment, music and dancing. Now it lies grey and silent under the spell of the witch Sirdis. When a young princess arrives on a secret quest, she finds a town full of mystery, magic and danger. As she meets with a series of fantastical characters, Dorrs real history and the true nature of her quest are revealed through the stories they tell each other. Can the princess find the Gardens of Dorr and free the city from its evil enchantment?    -  By turns beautiful, thrilling, frightening and comical, The Gardens of Dorr is a richly detailed, unforgettable fantasy adventure, the crowning achievement of one of Europes most beloved childrens writers.     * Fantasy *