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In a classic fairy‑tale setting, a fisherman encounters an enchanted fish that grants wishes. His wife, driven by greed and avarice, keeps demanding more, never satisfied with what the fish provides. The tale explores the consequences of unchecked desire and the value of contentment, offering a moral lesson suitable for younger readers.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Rachel Isadora
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