The Princess Bride by William Goldman
This book is an illustrated edition of a classic tale of true love and high adventure. It tells the story of a beautiful princess and her one true love. After he is reportedly killed, she agrees to marry a wicked prince instead, only to be kidnapped and face numerous dangers. The story is filled with humor, romance, and swashbuckling action, all brought to life by vivid illustrations.
The 701st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1973
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-500
- Words
- 107,253
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 6th on The Ideal Library (Book)
- 11th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 34th on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- 234th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 222 Best Books of All Time That Deserve a Spot on Your Bookshelf, With Picks from Bestselling Authors and Indie Booksellers (Parade)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)