The Remarkable Journey Of Prince Jen by Lloyd Alexander

A headstrong, pampered prince is forced from his sheltered life into a strange, color-drained world and must undertake a quest that tests him with danger, hardship, and moral challenges; as he travels through harsh landscapes and meets ordinary people, he confronts his own anger and selfishness, learns compassion and responsibility, and discovers that true courage and leadership come from self-control, empathy, and caring for others rather than from pride or force.

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