The Puppet Crown: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Puppet Crown is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for MacGrath, Harold (1871–1932).
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"The Puppet Crown" by Harold MacGrath is a fictional novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around a reluctant king, Leopold, who is described as a dreamer thrust into a role he feels ill-suited for, as he navigates a fraught political landscape filled with intrigue, ambition, and the burdens of a royal existence. The novel explores the dynamics of power within a small kingdom under threat from both internal and external forces, highlighting themes of duty, disillusionment, and the complexities of leadership. The opening of the novel introduces King Leopold, who reflects on the emptiness of his royal position while sitting in his garden. He is aware of his effectiveness as a ruler but longs for his former life away from power. His ministers appear to manipulate him as a figurehead, while his cousin Josef, a contender for the throne, plots against him. The arrival of the British diplomat brings further tension to the political precariousness of Leopold's rule. The young Princess Alexia, daughter of Leopold, adds emotional depth to the narrative, hinting at the personal stakes intertwined with the political drama. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a rich tale of royal dilemmas and impending conflict.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Puppet Crown
- Author credits: MacGrath, Harold (1871–1932)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Americans -- Europe -- Fiction
- Europe -- Fiction
- Imaginary places -- Fiction
- Kings and rulers -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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