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Umibōzu and the PrincessAuthor: Ogawa Mimei
| Original Title | うみぼうずと おひめさま |
|---|---|
| Author | 小川 未明 |
| Genre | Children's Literature |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Beneath the churning waves dwells a fearsome Sea Monster, a tempestuous force whose tantrums unleash storms and terrorize coastal towns. Yet when his wrath grows unbearable, the gentle Princess of the Dragon Palace emerges—her serene presence and ethereal music the only balm to his chaos. Above the sea, children whisper tales of his mischief, their lives intertwining with his legend when a discarded toy horse drifts into his realm. The Monster, intrigued by this relic of human carelessness, embarks on a vengeful rampage—until an unexpected encounter with beauty stirs something unfamiliar: shame. \nOn land, a different kind of monster lurks—a schoolyard bully whose cruelty mirrors the sea’s turmoil. As children rally to protect a helpless puppy, their courage mirrors the Princess’s quiet power, blurring the lines between myth and reality. Whispers of redemption ripple through both worlds: Can rage be tempered by empathy? And what happens when a storm learns to weep rain instead of ruin? A tale of dualities—darkness and light, destruction and grace—unfolds where even the wildest hearts might find unexpected harbors. |
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