The Adventures of Pinocchio

by Carlo Collodi

Before he can become a real boy, he has to learn how to be a good human. Carved from a piece of magical wood by the lonely Geppetto, Pinocchio comes to life with a heart full of curiosity—and a habit of getting into deep trouble. Reckless, naive, and fiercely stubborn, he ignores every warning as he trades his schoolbooks for the theater, falls in with conniving rogues, and embarks on a disastrous quest for easy fun. Every mistake carries a price, and every lie leaves a mark. But as Pinocchio encounters enchanting fairies, deadly dangers, and the gaping maw of a colossal sea beast, he is forced to face the ultimate test: finding the courage, selflessness, and love required to earn his true humanity. Carlo Collodi’s original tale is far darker, funnier, and more thrilling than the fables you think you know. It remains an extraordinary fantasy adventure about growing up, making mistakes, and the unbreakable bond between a parent and child.