Books like The selfish giant by Oscar Wilde

Name: The selfish giant
Rating: 3.5 (6 reviews)
Author: Oscar Wilde

In Oscar Wilde’s beloved fairy tale, a selfish giant builds a wall around his beautiful garden to keep curious children out, leaving the courtyard shrouded in perpetual winter. Then one day, a brave little child arrives and brings spring back, melting the giant’s icy heart. The story ends with the giant opening his garden to the children and sharing his garden’s beauty with them. A timeless lesson about generosity and friendship, this charming tale has delighted readers for generations.

First publish date: 1932

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Oscar Wilde

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