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The Eye of Wilbur Mook

    The Eye of Wilbur Mook is a classic fantasy novel by H. B. Hickey. Readers will find themes of Cowardice, Merlin and courage.

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    About The Eye of Wilbur Mook

    "The Eye of Wilbur Mook" by H. B. Hickey is a whimsical fantasy novel written in the mid-20th century, specifically around the 1940s. The story follows Wilbur Mook, an exceptionally timid man who struggles with his lack of confidence and a tyrannical boss, Pete Bellows. The book explores themes of courage, self-discovery, and transformation as Wilbur embarks on an extraordinary adventure that changes his life. In the narrative, Wilbur's life takes a fantastical turn when he encounters A. J. Merlin, a peculiar old man who promises to help him gain bravery. This leads Wilbur back to the time of King Arthur, where he plays an unexpected role in a quest involving the legendary sword Excalibur. Despite his cowardice, Wilbur gradually learns the value of courage and self-worth as he faces various challenges, including navigating his complicated feelings for his attractive coworker, Miss Burnett, and confronting the bullying nature of Pete Bellows. Through a series of humorous and dangerous encounters, Wilbur ultimately discovers that true bravery comes from within and that he is capable of more than he ever imagined.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Fantasy fiction
    • Cowardice
    • Arthur, King
    • Merlin
    • Courage

    Quick answers

    Who wrote The Eye of Wilbur Mook?

    The Eye of Wilbur Mook was written by H. B. Hickey.

    What genre is The Eye of Wilbur Mook?

    It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.

    Is The Eye of Wilbur Mook 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 The Eye of Wilbur Mook?

    Readers who like it often enjoy A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, The Picture of Dorian Gray and Through the Looking-Glass.

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