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In this Spanish-language fairy tale, a fisherman encounters an enchanted fish that grants wishes. His wife, consumed by greed, continually requests more, never satisfied with each boon she receives.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Eric Blair
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