Puffin Classics: Pinocchio

The world-famous tale of the wooden puppet who dreams of becoming a real boy, brought to life in this essential Puffin Classics edition.

When the lonely woodcarver Geppetto creates a puppet named Pinocchio, he never expects it to spring to life. But Pinocchio is no ordinary puppet—he is mischievous, stubborn, and prone to telling tall tales that cause his nose to grow longer with every lie. Driven by curiosity and a desire for adventure, Pinocchio sets off on a series of perilous escapades, encountering the Fox and the Cat, the beautiful Fairy with Azure Hair, and the belly of a giant sea monster.

More than just a fairy tale, this original story by Carlo Collodi is a captivating journey of self-discovery, showing the consequences of poor choices and the power of love and redemption. This edition makes the classic Italian narrative accessible for modern young readers while maintaining the charm and dark wit of the original.

Like all books in the series, this edition includes The Puffin Classics Code, featuring a "Who’s Who" of characters, a glossary of terms, and fascinating facts about the history of puppets and the author’s life in 19th-century Italy.