Fencing. Fighting. True love. Revenge. Giants. Monsters. Chases. Escapes. Miracles.
The Princess Bride is the ultimate fairy tale for grown-ups (and the coolest kids). When Buttercup, the most beautiful woman in the world, loses her true love Westley, she vows never to love again… until fate (and a few sword fights) intervene. Part adventure, part satire, 100% iconic.
Why you’ll love it: Witty, romantic, and endlessly quotable—this is a classic that’s as fun now as the day it was written.
📖 Condition: Trade paperback in very good condition. Clean pages, light shelf wear, tight spine—perfect for your forever shelf.
If you adored: Stardust (Neil Gaiman), Good Omens (Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman), or—you guessed it—the film adaptation, this book is pure magic.
Perfect for: Fans of fairy tales with a twist, sarcastic narrators, and adventure with a side of romance.
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