Honor Bright: A Story of the Days of King Charles

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rowsell, Mary C. (Mary Catherine), 1839-1921

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Honor Bright: A Story of the Days of King Charles" by Mary C. Rowsell is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the plight of Charles Stuart, the young Prince of Wales, during the turbulent times of the English Civil War. This book draws on themes of childhood innocence, royal responsibility, and the struggle for freedom against authoritarian constraints. The story begins with Charles confined in a remote room, feeling isolated and longing for freedom and adventure. As the story unfolds, he manages to escape, embarking on a journey through the English countryside where he encounters various characters, including a friendly miller's daughter named Molly. While trying to make his way back to his father, King Charles, Charles grapples with his identity, the responsibilities of being royalty, and his desire for normalcy. Throughout his escapades, he demonstrates bravery and resilience amidst adversity, ultimately reaffirming his loyalty to his family and royal heritage. The novel paints a vivid picture of a young boy's adventures and personal growth while offering a glimpse into historical dynamics and societal issues of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2021-02-23