
Child Christopher and Goldilind the Fair
- First published
- 1895
- Reading level
- Plain English
- Price
- Free
About the book
"Child Christopher and Goldilind the Fair" by William Morris is a fantasy novel published in 1895. Set in the forested land of Oakenrealm, this reimagining of a medieval tale follows two displaced royal heirs who are forced into marriage. Christopher, unaware of his true noble identity, struggles with his love for Goldilind while believing their social stations are impossibly different. When an assassination attempt exposes hidden truths, Christopher must decide whether to challenge the usurper who stole his heritage and claim his rightful place.
- Fantasy fiction
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #234. Child Christopher and Goldilind the Fair on Wikipedia.
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