Summary
Giant Bones, like much of Beagle's body of work, unveils characters that linger in the mind, vibrant and unforgettable. The seemingly simple narrative unfolds as a tinker relinquishes all his possessions to embark on a daring voyage towards distant mountains, eager to traverse their heights. Along the way, fate intercedes, leading him into the company of a majestic tribe of giants dwelling amidst the forested slopes. These giants, self-proclaimed as the "Qu'alo," or "The Proper People," perceive themselves not as towering, but rather view humans as diminutive in stature. This enchanting story, spun by a father for his son, serves both as a bedtime reverie and a profound account of how the noble lineage of giants endures through the progeny of their human ally.
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