The King's Bell (1864)

The King's Bell is a historical fiction novel written by Richard Henry Stoddard and first published in 1864. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a young boy named Richard who is taken from his home in England and brought to the American colonies as an indentured servant. He is forced to work for a wealthy landowner named Sir Philip Gardiner, who is known for his cruel treatment of his workers.Richard's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers a secret bell hidden in the forest. Legend has it that the bell belonged to the king of England and was lost during a shipwreck. Richard becomes obsessed with finding the truth about the bell and its origins, and he sets out on a dangerous journey to uncover the mystery.Along the way, Richard encounters a cast of colorful characters, including Native Americans, pirates, and fellow indentured servants. He also falls in love with a young woman named Rachel, who helps him in his quest.As Richard delves deeper into the mystery of the bell, he uncovers a plot to overthrow the British monarchy and establish a new government in the colonies. With the help of his friends, Richard must race against time to stop the conspirators and save the king's bell from falling into the wrong hands.The King's Bell is a thrilling adventure story that combines history, romance, and suspense. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in the American colonies during a tumultuous period of political upheaval and social change.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.