# Rumpty-Dudget's Tower: A Fairy Tale

By Julian Hawthorne.

"Rumpty-Dudget's Tower: A Fairy Tale" by Julian Hawthorne is a children's fairy tale written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around three royal siblings—Princess Hilda, Prince Frank, and Prince Henry—and their adventures with a mischievous dwarf named Rumpty-Dudget, who seeks to ensnare them. The book presents whimsical themes of bravery, the importance of love, and the struggle against dark enchantments in a fantastical setting. The narrative begins with the children living a sheltered life in their palace, surrounded by enchanting but dangerous elements. When Rumpty-Dudget finally catches Prince Henry, it's up to Princess Hilda and Prince Frank, along with their magical cat, Tom, to devise a plan to rescue him. The children set off on a quest to retrieve mystical items—like the Golden Ivy-seed and the Diamond Water-drop—necessary to defeat Rumpty-Dudget and save their brother. Throughout their journey, they confront challenges that teach them about sacrifice and the power of love. Ultimately, they prevail, free Prince Henry from Rumpty-Dudget’s tower, and restore their family, leading to a joyous reunion in Fairy Land. (Summary by Project Gutenberg, written by machine.)

- Language: English
- Illustrator: George Hood
- Subjects: Fairy tales; Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction; Siblings -- Juvenile fiction; Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction; Rescues -- Juvenile fiction

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- [Rumpty-Dudget's Tower: A Fairy Tale](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/books/librivox/15465) by Julian Hawthorne (52 min, English)

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