The Nutcracker and the Mouse-King

<p>When Marie's godfather gives her a wooden nutcracker she never imagines the adventure it will bring. But when night falls toys spring to life and a fierce battle begins. With bravery and compassion Marie stands beside the Nutcracker against the seven-headed Mouse-King. What follows is a journey through enchanted lands where dreams and reality blend. E.T.A. Hoffmann's The Nutcracker and the Mouse-King (1816) is the timeless Christmas fantasy that has inspired countless adaptations including Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet. This original tale brims with magic peril and the enduring triumph of love. </p>