Alphege, the Green Monkey

This fairy tale, collected by Andrew Lang, follows the story of Alphege, a prince whose life is overshadowed by his evil stepmother and a curse that transforms him into a green monkey. Protected by his godmother while in his father's kingdom, Alphege’s journey takes him far from home, leading to unforeseen consequences. The tale explores themes of innocence, adversity, and the eventual discovery of truth within a richly imagined fairy world.