The Merman And The Figurehead: A Christmas Story

The Merman And The Figurehead: A Christmas Story is a novella written in 1871 by Clara Florida Guernsey. The story is set in a small coastal town in England during the Victorian era. The main character, a young girl named Nelly, lives with her grandmother and is fascinated by the sea and its mysteries. One day, Nelly discovers a merman who has been trapped in a fishing net. She takes pity on him and helps to free him. As a reward for her kindness, the merman takes her on an underwater adventure where she meets a beautiful figurehead from a shipwreck. The figurehead tells Nelly the story of her life and how she came to be trapped underwater.The Merman And The Figurehead: A Christmas Story is a heartwarming tale about the power of kindness and the magic of the sea. It is a perfect read for anyone who loves Christmas stories and tales of adventure. The book is beautifully written and captures the spirit of the Victorian era. It is a timeless classic that will delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.