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The Beggar Queen: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Beggar Queen by Lloyd Alexander — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Mickle, once a common street urchin, now rules Westmark as the wise Queen Augusta. Yet the kingdom is strangely restless. Ghosts of the past lurk everywhere, whispering of future war. Justin and his revolutionaries denounce the monarchy--even the benevolent Mickle. Cabbarus, banished from Westmark, plots to seize the throne and install a Reign of Terror.

Quick facts about The Beggar Queen

  • Title: The Beggar Queen
  • Author: Lloyd Alexander
  • First published: 1984
  • Genre: revolutionaries, legislative bodies, juvenile fiction
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL1966562W

Where to read The Beggar Queen

The Beggar Queen by Lloyd Alexander is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Beggar Queen about?

Mickle, once a common street urchin, now rules Westmark as the wise Queen Augusta.

Who wrote The Beggar Queen?

The Beggar Queen was written by Lloyd Alexander.

When was The Beggar Queen published?

The Beggar Queen was first published in 1984.

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