Illustrations by Maurice Sendak! what a find ^__^

Although it's declared a children's book, it's not child-oriented, especially the complicated language with its use of sophisticated words. It was published 1864, when there existed no special books for children, just fairy tales or nonsense stories like Alice in Wonderland. Maybe it was aimed at young adults, since it contains also a love story, and the young man is ready to drown for his princess. Quite macabre: his body should serve as a plug to prevent the lake water from draining down. Dark and sugary at the same time.
Two extra points for the illustrations :)

in the fridge (children's books)
-------------

Dear finder

Thank you for looking up Bookcrossing and entering the number. Please, kindly write a short journal entry, that you own the book now. You can do this anonymously, but it's much more fun if you'll become a member and write under your nick name. It's still anonymous, but you'll get a notification every time somebody writes a new entry. You are able to follow the book's voyage and read the opinions of other readers. Bookcrossing is fun, it's free and free of spam. Try it, it might change your life. Or at least your bookshelf ;)

happy reading
=^,^= spy