A prince is cursed at birth by jealous magicians: everything he wishes comes true, but he cannot undo his wishes and has a dangerous temper. Despite efforts to guide him, his impulsive anger causes deep harm. Wracked with remorse, the prince seeks the godfather magician to undo the destructive gift he has bestowed.

Cursed prince with dangerous temper seeks to undo wishes that cause harm, guided by godfather magician out of remorse.

The Magicians' Gifts

Listen to this classic tale by the great Oscar Wilde, about a swallow's love for the statue of the Happy Prince, and his love for his former subjects.

Oscar Wilde's "The Happy Prince" tells the story of a swallow's love for the prince's statue and his compassion for the people.

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