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Name: Long, Broad & Quickeye
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Author: Evaline Ness

📘 Long, Broad & Quickeye by Evaline Ness

Long, Broad & Quickeye is a children’s retelling of a traditional Bohemian fairy tale. The story follows a prince who, with the help of three talented companions, confronts a wicked wizard and liberates a lovely princess.\n\nPresented in a lively and accessible style, the book captures the enchantment of folk folklore while offering an engaging adventure for young readers.

First publish date: 1969

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy

Authors: Evaline Ness

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