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The Story of the White Mouse

    an unknown author's The Story of the White Mouse is a mythic fiction and classic fantasy novel.

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    About The Story of the White Mouse

    "The Story of the White Mouse" by Unknown is a whimsical tale from the early 19th century. This book falls into the category of children's literature and fairy tales, presenting an engaging narrative that combines elements of fantasy and moral lessons. It chronicles the adventures of a young prince in the kingdom of Bonbobbin who becomes infatuated with a mysterious white mouse, leading him on a quest to find the creature, reflecting themes of desire and the consequences of misplaced affections. The story begins with Prince Bonbenin-bonbobbin-bonbobbinet, an extraordinarily talented and handsome ruler, who faces a dilemma after seeing a beautiful white mouse with green eyes on the night of his wedding. Distracted by his longing for the mouse, he vows to find it, causing chaos in his life and a neglect of his royal duties. Ultimately, after a series of adventures, he encounters an old fairy who reveals that she is the white mouse he seeks, leading to a comical twist where the prince must choose between the mouse's dual forms as an enchanted bride. The narrative culminates in a realization of the prince's misguided infatuation, emphasizing that trivial pursuits can lead to significant personal consequences. Eventually, Prince Bonbenin reconciles with his true love, highlighting themes of wisdom and the importance of genuine relationships over mere whimsy.
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    • Conduct of life, Juvenile fiction
    • Children's stories

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    Who wrote The Story of the White Mouse?

    The Story of the White Mouse was written by an unknown author.

    What genre is The Story of the White Mouse?

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

    Is The Story of the White Mouse 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 Story of the White Mouse?

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

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