‘If men no longer know what they are looking at, there may well be unicorns in the world yet, unknown and glad of it.’
Living in peace in her lilac wood, the Unicorn didn’t know the world had changed, or that anything had happened to the rest of her kind. Overhearing a chance conversation, she resolves to venture out and discover the truth. The road is dangerous, and the risks are great. If she fails, then unicorns will be lost. Forever.
A modern fairy tale, The Last Unicorn is a beloved classic, voted by TIME as one of the 100 greatest fantasy novels of all time. It is fantastical, poignant, wistful and wonderous, showing us the humanity of magic, and the magic of humanity.
Available in the UK for the first time in decades, this edition features an introduction by Patrick Rothfuss.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
Imprint: Gollancz UK
Publication date: 11/05/2023
The Last Unicorn
by Peter S. Beagle
Review by Mida
A beautiful modern fairy tale! This book is the perfect comfort read. Lyrical prose, flawed but loveable characters and a very ominous villain, all tucked within a mystical fantasy world that we get only the smallest glimpse into. By the end of the story, I wanted to dive in and explore the overgrown woods, the crumbling castles and the tranquil glen of the Unicorn. The inspiration behind the beloved animated film, this book is magical, melancholic and beautiful. Despite the high stakes, it is a delicate story of inner strength and the power of kindness. This is a book for all ages, perfectly written to provide a little bit of peace. Despite never reading it before, it gave me a wonderful feeling of nostalgia. This is perfect for fans of fairy tales, Studio Ghibli films or anyone wanting to feel cozy and safe. A wonderful story that deserves a place on any fantasy lover’s shelf.
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