The Lost Prince (1915)

The Lost Prince is a novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett and published in 1915. The story is set in the fictional European kingdom of Samavia, which is on the brink of war with its neighboring country. The protagonist of the story is a young boy named Marco, who is the son of an exiled Samavian nobleman. Marco has been raised in London by his father, who has always told him stories about his homeland and the lost prince who is destined to save Samavia from its enemies.One day, Marco meets a street urchin named The Rat, who becomes his loyal friend and companion. Together, they embark on a journey to Samavia to find the lost prince and help save the kingdom from war. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including treacherous spies, dangerous mountain passes, and a secret underground city.As Marco and The Rat get closer to their goal, they discover that the lost prince is actually a young boy named Ivor, who has been hidden away by his mother to protect him from those who would harm him. With the help of Marco and The Rat, Ivor is able to reclaim his rightful place as the prince of Samavia and lead his people to victory in the impending war.The Lost Prince is a classic tale of adventure and heroism, with themes of loyalty, bravery, and the power of friendship. It is a beloved work of children's literature that has been adapted for the stage and screen, and continues to captivate readers of all ages.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.