Once On A Time is a novel written by Alan Alexander Milne and first published in 1922. The story is set in the fictional kingdom of Barodia, where the king's daughter, Princess Hyacinth, is cursed with a spell that causes her to disappear for one hour every night. The curse is the work of the evil fairy, Malicia, who seeks to overthrow the kingdom and take the throne for herself.The story follows the adventures of the king's son, Prince Udo, and his friend, the court jester, as they set out to rescue the princess and defeat Malicia. Along the way, they encounter a number of magical creatures, including a talking horse and a giant named Giglio.As they journey through the kingdom, the prince and the jester must use their wits and bravery to overcome a series of challenges and obstacles. Eventually, they are able to break the curse and restore the princess to her rightful place on the throne.Once On A Time is a charming and whimsical fairy tale that is sure to delight readers of all ages. With its memorable characters, imaginative setting, and engaging plot, it remains a beloved classic of children's literature.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.