The Lost Prince

Name: The Lost Prince
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett

The story revolves around a young prince named Marco who disappears at the age of three and is presumed dead. Twelve years later, a boy named Lazarus claims to be the lost prince, sparking controversy and intrigue in the royal family. As the truth about Lazarus' identity unfolds, themes of loyalty, duty, and self-discovery emerge.

By Frances Hodgson Burnett · First published 1915 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Coming-of-Age · 31 chapters · 117,810 words

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There are many dreary and dingy rows of ugly houses in certain parts of London, but there certainly could not be any row more ugly or dingier than Philibert Place. There were stories that it had once been more attractive, but that had been so long ago that no one remembered the time. It stood back in its gloomy, narrow strips of uncared-for, smoky gardens, whose broken iron railings were supposed to protect it from the surging traffic of a road which was always roaring with the rattle of busses, cabs, drays, and vans, and the passing of people who were shabbily dressed and looked as if they were either going to hard work or coming from it, or hurrying to see if they could find some of it to do to keep themselves from going hungry.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Date: 1915 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Coming-of-Age, Historical Fiction, Children's Literature
Length: 117,810 words
Structure: 31 chapters, 2,177 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Adventure — The plot follows Marco's journey and experiences, filled with exploration and encounters that drive the narrative.
Fantasy — The story incorporates elements of a lost prince and a mythical past, creating a fantastical backdrop for the characters.
Coming-of-Age — Marco's development and maturation throughout the story reflect the themes of growing up and understanding one's identity.
Historical Fiction — The narrative is set against a backdrop of historical and political themes related to the fictional country of Samavia.