The Princess and the Goblin, The Princess and Curdie
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1970
Princess Irene is aided by a mysterious miner and a magical cat in her fight against a goblin king.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of the goblins' actions.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is featured in the plot.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The goblins can be perceived as frightening.
The story features magical elements and a princess with a special lineage.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePrincess Irene shows bravery in facing the goblins.
There are underlying themes of good versus evil.
Love for family and kingdom is evident.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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