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The Giant Sorcerer

    The Giant Sorcerer is a stage-magic fiction and classic fantasy novel by William Whitman.

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    It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.

    About The Giant Sorcerer

    "The Giant Sorcerer: or, The Extraordinary Adventures of Raphael and Cassandra" by William Whitman, 3rd is a children's fantasy novel written in the late 1920s. The story follows young siblings Raphael and Cassandra as they embark on a daring adventure filled with magical creatures and mechanical wonders, trying to rescue Cassandra from the clutches of the malevolent Giant Sorcerer, Mechanus. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Raphael and Cassandra who live in a tranquil farm setting with their Aunt Mary. One night, as Raphael watches the moonlight, he is drawn into a fantastical chain of events when he discovers that his sister has been lured away by the Giant Sorcerer, Mechanus, who promises her a world of toys and excitement. In his quest to save her, Raphael encounters Empyrean, Chief of the Eagles, who takes him on a thrilling flight into a realm of mystical beings, revealing that they are united in their aim to thwart the Sorcerer and restore balance to the world. The opening section sets a whimsical tone and showcases a mix of adventure and the themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle against tyranny.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Fantasy fiction
    • Children's stories
    • Siblings, Juvenile fiction
    • Magicians, Juvenile fiction

    Quick answers

    Who wrote The Giant Sorcerer?

    The Giant Sorcerer was written by William Whitman.

    What genre is The Giant Sorcerer?

    It is usually shelved as Magicians & Illusionists and Classic Fantasy.

    Is The Giant Sorcerer 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 Giant Sorcerer?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The Boy Apprenticed to an Enchanter, The Patchwork Girl of Oz and The Sea Fairies.

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