The Little King (1914)

The Little King is a novel written by Witter Bynner and first published in 1914. The story revolves around a young boy named David, who becomes the king of a small European country called Altruria after his father, the previous king, dies unexpectedly. Despite his young age, David is determined to be a just and wise ruler, and he quickly gains the respect and admiration of his subjects.As David grows into his role as king, he faces a number of challenges and obstacles, including political intrigue, assassination attempts, and a potential war with a neighboring country. However, with the help of his loyal advisors and his own natural intelligence and compassion, David is able to navigate these challenges and emerge as a beloved and effective leader.Throughout the book, Bynner explores themes of leadership, responsibility, and the importance of compassion and empathy in governance. He also offers a vivid portrait of life in a small European country in the early 20th century, with detailed descriptions of the country's customs, culture, and political landscape.Overall, The Little King is a charming and insightful novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and the challenges faced by a young monarch trying to do what is right for his people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.