The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure

William Goldman

ISBN 10: 0156035219 / ISBN 13: 9780156035217

Published by Harcourt, 2007

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Book shows noticeable wear from use. May include writing, highlighting, or other markings, but not excessive. Cover or edges may have visible wear. The book remains complete and fully readable.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure
• Publisher: Harcourt
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0156035219
• ISBN 13: 9780156035217
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: acceptable

About this title

Synopsis

William Goldman’s beloved story of Buttercup, Westley, and their fellow adventurers.

This tale of true love, high adventure, pirates, princesses, giants, miracles, fencing, and a frightening assortment of wild beasts was unforgettably depicted in the 1987 film directed by Rob Reiner and starring Fred Savage, Robin Wright, and others. But, rich in character and satire, the novel boasts even more layers of ingenious storytelling. Set in 1941 and framed cleverly as an “abridged” retelling of a centuries-old tale set in the fabled country of Florin, home to “Beasts of all natures and descriptions. Pain. Death. Brave men. Coward men. Strongest men. Chases. Escapes. Lies. Truths. Passions.”

William Goldman's modern fantasy classic is an exceptional story about quests—for riches, revenge, power, and, of course, true love—that's thrilling and timeless for readers of all ages.

About the Author

William Goldman (1931–2018) wrote books and movies for more than fifty years. He won two Academy Awards (for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and All the President's Men), and three Lifetime Achievement Awards in screenwriting.