The Lost Prince
Gelesen von Susan Umpleby
Frances Hodgson Burnett
(4,533 Sterne; 228 Bewertungen)
“The Lost Prince” is about Marco Loristan, his father, and his friend, a street urchin named The Rat. Marco's father, Stefan, is a Samavian patriot working to overthrow the cruel dictatorship in the kingdom of Samavia. Marco and his father, Stefan, come to London where Marco strikes up a friendship with a crippled street urchin known as The Rat. Marco’s father, realizing that two boys are less likely to be noticed, entrusts them with a secret mission to travel across Europe giving the secret sign: 'The Lamp is lighted.' This brings about a revolution which succeeds in overthrowing the old regime and re-establishing the rightful king. The book ends in a climatic scene as Marco realizes his father is the descendant of Ivor Fedorovitch and thus the rightful king of Samavia. (Summary from Wikipedia) (10 hr 38 min)
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The best title well put
hazel
(5 Sterne)
A very well put story i love it very much. God be thank!!!!!
Great book! !
Meddyann
(5 Sterne)
Well read. Excellent story.
Great Book!
Anna :D
(5 Sterne)
I love this book!
Excellent story, best read with an adult for meaningful discussion
mom
(4,5 Sterne)
This is a lovely story. I savor the way it helps those who listen to it to want to, themselves, be better. There are some interesting lessons to observe and learn about monarchy and liberty and even economics. Some of the story does and some of it does not show the true workings of economics and can be a great place to discuss the differences. It is great fodder for discussion about various government forms. A monarch is great if he is honorable. But most people love power more than honor. What kind of character is needed to be a good king? Can we govern ourselves as a Good King would want us to? What personal sacrifice is needed to be good and wise? What is public and private virtue and what does the story teach us about each? How do we deal with feelings of jealousy? How does this story relate to Napoleon Hills or James Allen? Can a belief in God and a belief in our thoughts coexist? How? There is much from this book for discussion. I recommend it be read with an adult who can discuss it with a younger reader.
Heartwarming tale.
Unknown
(5 Sterne)
Story of love, courage and loyalty—inspiring!
Love, beliefs and acting against Society Norms
TLocke
(5 Sterne)
Can one young, idealistic couple live out their love without adapting to the expectation of their society? And to what cost to themselves and their children? The story follows the responses of society, family, and the next generation. It has a small similarity to 1960's and generational shifts in a modern West. The (theoritical) Great Generation spawned the beats and hippies and communes of the era. And in their turn, the children of free love became a generation of Yuppies pursuing the security, and often religions their parents had fled. All involved acted in ways that are almost predictible...but overall social norms have shifted..and no doubt will shift again in future generations.
Fun Boys' Adventure Story
TwinkieToes
(4 Sterne)
An exciting adventure involving two poor boys, who do what they're told to do and wait when they're told to wait, even if they don't understand it. It's somewhat long, but I think young adults today would enjoy it. I didn't care for the Buddhism in the story, which is a fairly major part of the plot. Personal preference. The reader is very good - expressive, and it works well in this active story.
very interesting
the book owl
(3 Sterne)
The storyline began a little slow for me, for definitely got more interesting as it went on. I agree that this is a good book to talk about with an adult, as it does have some interesting emphasis on that our thoughts are powerful and can reach others, do things,etc. etc. however,it was still a good book and I enjoyed it. The reader did an amazing job! Thanks so much!