The Stubborn Fairy

The Stubborn Fairy story tracks the fantasy of a young boy, an only child, who wants a puppy, a swimming pool, and an allowance. He discovers a fairy in his backyard and captures her. He proceeds to demand three modest wishes as if she were a genie. The fairy is stubborn and refuses to grant him any wishes, but in the end she relents and he sets her free.

The illustrations are reprints of original pencil sketches by Ms. Inman.