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Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story

    C. S. Guild's Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story is a mythic fiction and fae fiction novel.

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    About Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story

    "Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story" by C. S. Guild is a fairy tale written in the mid-19th century. The story follows a spirited little girl named Minnie, who embarks on an imaginative adventure filled with encounters with various creatures, including squirrels, birds, and fairies. As she navigates her fantastical surroundings, she learns valuable lessons about kindness, bravery, and the importance of home. The opening of the story introduces us to Minnie, who, restless and eager for adventure, engages with a squirrel and other woodland creatures. After a whimsical request from a little girl for a captivating story, Minnie finds herself in a world where she contemplates her desire to be free like a bird or squirrel. Yet, as she becomes part of this extraordinary fairy realm, she faces challenges and learns that even the wildest adventures have their lessons about friendship and belonging. Throughout the beginning chapters, the narrative plants the seeds of Minnie's longing for freedom and her unexpected transformations, setting the stage for her enchanting journey.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Conduct of life, Juvenile fiction
    • Girls, Conduct of life, Juvenile fiction
    • Fairies, Juvenile fiction
    • Squirrels, Juvenile fiction
    • Obedience, Juvenile fiction

    Quick answers

    Who wrote Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story?

    Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story was written by C. S. Guild.

    What genre is Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story?

    It is usually shelved as Myth & Legend Fiction, Fae & Fairy Fiction, Classic Fantasy and Fairy Tales & Folklore.

    Is Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story free to read?

    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

    What books are similar to Minnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy Story?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The Wind in the Willows, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland / Through the Looking Glass and Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales.

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