When a bedraggled girl, caught outside in the rain, arrives at the palace and claims to be a princess, the Queen places a tiny pea under her mattress as a test. The girl cannot get a wink of sleep because she can feel the hard lump in her bed, proving that she is indeed a princess. She and the Prince marry and live happily ever after.
This story has been adapted for children today while respecting the richness and flavor of the original version. The size of the book and its warm, inviting illustrations will appeal to young children, who will be captivated by the game page at the end.
