Wet Magic
What is Wet Magic about?
Wet Magic (1913) follows four children on a seaside holiday who rescue a mermaid and are invited to an underwater kingdom. They become embroiled in a war between the merfolk and their enemies, discovering a strange undersea world filled with literary characters brought to life.
Main themes in Wet Magic
Mermaids
The theme of mermaids weaves through Wet Magic, adding depth to its narrative.
Underwater kingdom
Underwater kingdom emerges as a defining element in Wet Magic, shaping character development.
Seaside adventure
The theme of seaside adventure weaves through Wet Magic, adding depth to its narrative.
Books come to life
Books come to life emerges as a defining element in Wet Magic, shaping character development.
Why Wet Magic is still relevant today
Nesbit's final children's fantasy novel — a playful underwater adventure that celebrates the power of books and storytelling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wet Magic about?
Four children rescue a mermaid and visit an underwater kingdom at war, filled with literary characters come to life.
Where can I read it?
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