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The story follows a gentle and beautiful maid who, through her boundless love, discovers a spell that has transformed a handsome prince into an ugly beast. By freeing him, she restores him to his true form, illustrating the power of love and kindness.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Deborah Apy
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