Other editions of book The Goose Girl

Anidora-Kiladra Talianna Isilee, Crown Princess of Kilindree spent the first years of her life listening to her aunt's incredible stories, and learning the language of the birds. Little knowing how valuable her aunt's strange knowledge would prove to be when she grew older. From the Grimm's fairy tale of the princess who became a goose girl before she could become a queen, Shannon Hale has woven an incredible, original and magical tale of a girl who must understand her own incredible talents before she can overcome those who wish her harm.

Princess Anidori-Kiladra of Kildenree was born with a word on her tongue, and a secret magic. Though she is raised in luxury, she is never quite comfortable with who she is, or what she is to become. Then she is sent on a journey to marry an unknown prince. The trip is difficult, and before it is finished all her expectations are overturned. Alone, friendless, stripped of her crown and her title, Ani must learn to make her own path in the world. Along the way, she just might learn to be a princess. Bold in its concept, stunning in its execution, The Goose Girl is one of the most spectacular debut novels of recent years. Now over four dozen actors bring it to thrilling new life in this unabridged audio edition -- a recording that will delight those who already love the book, and enthrall those who have not yet discovered it. Shannon Hale has been a storyteller from birth, according to her mother. A former actress, she earned a Masters degree in Creative Writing from the University of Montana. Shannon lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and her son. You can visit her online at www. squeetus. com.

The breakout fantasy novel of 2003 becomes the must-have fantasy audio of 2005! By re-imagining the old story of the princess who is reduced to caring for the geese while an imposter takes her place at the royal wedding, Shannon Hale has created a compelling and deeply engaging novel. Follow the adventures of Princess Anidori Kiladra of Kildenree as she struggles to regain not merely her crown, but her very name. Sweeping in its vision and enlivened by a huge cast of vivid characters,