P
Peter S. Beagle
American writer
The Last Unicorn
A unicorn, believing herself to be the last of her kind, leaves her magical forest to find others. Her journey brings her into contact with a magician and a woman, who join her quest. Together, they face dangers and discover truths about life, love, and the fate of unicorns.
An animated feature film adaptation was released in 1982, featuring a screenplay written by Peter S. Beagle himself. The film is noted for its distinct visual style and voice cast, and it remains a significant touchstone for fans of the original text.
Peter S. Beagle published a short story titled Two Hearts that serves as a direct follow-up to the events of this novel. It is often included in later editions or collections of the author's work.