Adventures of Pinocchio

The Adventures of Pinocchio is a children's novel by Italian author Carlo Collodi, first published in serial form from 1881 to 1883 and completed as a book in February 1883. It follows the mischievous escapades of Pinocchio, an animated marionette, and his father, Geppetto, a woodcarver. This work is notable for its lasting impact on children's literature and has inspired numerous adaptations, including Disney's 1940 animated film. Themes of honesty and transformation are central to the story, exemplified by the iconic image of Pinocchio's nose growing when he lies.