Publisher's Synopsis
""Christie The King's Servant"" is a historical fiction novel written by Mrs. O. F. Walton. The story is set in 17th century England, during the reign of King Charles II. The main character, Christie, is a young boy who lives in poverty with his mother. One day, he is taken in by a wealthy family and becomes a servant in the King's court. As Christie becomes more involved in the political and social life of the court, he learns about the complex relationships between the King, his advisors, and the people of England. He also discovers secrets about his own family and past that have been kept hidden from him. Throughout the novel, Christie faces challenges and obstacles, including betrayal and danger, but he remains loyal to the King and his duties as a servant. The story is a compelling tale of loyalty, courage, and perseverance, set against the backdrop of a fascinating period in English history.That night I had a strange dream. I thought I was once more on the village green. It was a wild, stormy night, the wind was blowing hard, and the rain was falling fast; yet through the darkness I could distinguish crowds of figures gathered on the green. On the side farther from the sea there was a bright light streaming through the darkness. I wondered in my dream what was going on, and I found that it was a tug of war, taking place in the darkness of the night. I saw the huge cable, and gradually as I watched I caught sight of those who were pulling.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.
