Books

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1. 1. The Prisoner Of Zenda

   

   The novel is set in a fictional European kingdom where an Englishman on vacation becomes embroiled in royal intrigue when he is asked to impersonate the soon-to-be-crowned king, who has been kidnapped by his treacherous half-brother. Assuming the monarch's identity, the protagonist navigates a dangerous web of political machinations, romance, and duels, all while attempting to rescue the rightful king and secure the throne against the usurper's schemes. The story blends adventure, romance, and a touch of comedy as the hero must outwit his enemies and protect the honor of the woman he loves, all within the backdrop of a sharply divided and perilous court.

   The 2315th Greatest Book of All Time