Charles Dickens' classic novella, A Child's Dream of a Star, tells the story of a young boy named Little Paul, who is orphaned at a young age and taken in by a kindly old man. Little Paul is a dreamer, and he often dreams of a beautiful star that he believes will bring him luck and happiness. One night, Little Paul's dream comes true when the star appears in the sky and speaks to him. The star tells Little Paul that he must go on a journey to find his true destiny. Little Paul sets off on his journey, encountering many strange and wonderful people and places along the way. Eventually, Little Paul discovers that his destiny is to help others, and he uses his newfound knowledge to help those in need. In the end, Little Paul's dream of a star is fulfilled, and he is able to bring joy and hope to those around him.
By Charles Dickens · First published 1870 · Genre: Fantasy, Children's Literature, Classics