The magic soap bubble

A journey through gnomeland: adventures with magic and mystery

David Cory

52 pages, parution le 19/07/2023

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"The Magic Soap Bubble" by David Cory is a captivating tale that follows the adventures of a young boy named Ned, who embarks on a fantastical journey through Gnomeland. The story begins with Ned reading about fairies and goblins, only to be visited by the King of the Gnomes himself. The Gnome invites Ned to explore their magical kingdom, and they travel inside a soap bubble to a mountain peak. There, Ned encounters the Wind Man of the Mountain and experiences the chilling cold. As they descend into the mountain, Ned is introduced to the Gnomeland Band, a whimsical ensemble of self-playing instruments. The adventure continues as Ned is offered a magic cake, which he eats with great enthusiasm, only to find himself transformed into a giant. To remedy this, he seeks the help of the Fairy Queen, who provides him with a magic nectar that restores his original size. Along the way, Ned acquires a Magic Axe, a Magic Pickaxe, and a Magic Spring, which he uses to solve the problems of a king whose palace is overshadowed by a giant oak tree and lacks water. With these magical tools, Ned successfully cuts down the tree and digs a well, earning the king's gratitude and a reward of gold. Ned's journey is filled with encounters with giants, fairies, and other mystical creatures, each presenting transformation challenges and lessons. The story is a delightful blend of adventure, magic, and moral lessons, emphasizing themes of bravery, kindness, and the importance of helping others.