Publisher's Synopsis
The Lost Prince is a novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the author of the beloved classic, The Secret Garden. The story follows a young boy named Marco who is the heir to a European kingdom. However, when his father is overthrown in a revolution, Marco and his mother are forced to flee to England, where they live in poverty. Marco's mother becomes ill and dies, leaving him alone and desperate. He befriends a boy named Dick, who helps him survive on the streets of London.One day, Marco discovers a secret underground world beneath the city, where he meets a mysterious boy named The Rat. The Rat is the leader of a group of homeless children who have created their own society in the tunnels. Marco learns that The Rat is actually his cousin, the lost prince of his homeland. Together, they work to overthrow the cruel dictator who has taken over their kingdom and restore the rightful heir to the throne.The Lost Prince is a heartwarming tale of friendship, loyalty, and courage. It explores themes of identity, social justice, and the power of imagination. The novel has been praised for its vivid descriptions of London and its portrayal of the lives of homeless children. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers.Where was the prince? They must see him and tell him their ultimatum. It was he whom they wanted for a king. They trusted him and would obey him. They began to shout aloud his name, calling him in a sort of chant in unison, Prince Ivor--Prince Ivor--Prince Ivor!'' But no answer came. The people of the palace had hidden themselves, and the place was utterly silent.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.