High above the city, on a tall column, stood the statue of the Happy Prince. He was covered all over with thin leaves of fine gold, he had two bright sapphires for eyes, and a large red ruby glowed on his sword-hilt. He was very much admired by people in the town....
In the days of the great Prince Arthur, there lived a mighty magician, called Merlin, the most learned and skilful wizard the world has ever seen. This famous magician, who could take any form he wanted, was travelling about as a poor beggar, and being very tired, he...
