The Flying Ship
The Flying Ship begins with the King’s proclamation offering his daughter, the Princess, to any man who can build a flying ship. Although Simpleton’s two older brothers seem the more likely to succeed, Simpleton is not deterred. Read on to learn about Simpleton’s journey, the friends he meets, and his battle of wits with the King . . . .
Selections from the Yellow Fairy Book contains the following stories enlivened with illustrations from Golden Age illustrator H.J. Ford: The Flying Ship; Big Klaus, Little Klaus; Prince Ring; The Blue Mountains; The Tinder Box; and Thumbelina.
