The Little Duke

By Charlotte M Yonge

A young duke must defend his realm and learn to rule wisely amidst medieval turmoil.

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Orphaned young, Richard, the Duke of Normandy, faces the daunting task of defending his kingdom from invaders. With loyal allies by his side, he must navigate the treacherous waters of medieval politics, love, and loyalty. Can he rise to the challenge and become the wise ruler his people need? Set against the backdrop of historical Europe, this tale of bravery and honor invites readers into a world of adventure and heroism. Will Richard's courage and wisdom be enough to secure his legacy?

From the publisher

The Little Duke is a classic children’s novel written by Charlotte M. Yonge. It tells the story of Richard, the young Duke of Normandy, who is orphaned at a young age and forced to grow up quickly in order to defend his kingdom from invaders. With the help of his loyal friends, Richard learns to be a wise and just ruler, while also facing the challenges of love and loyalty. The novel is set in medieval Europe and features historical events and figures, as well as themes of bravery, honor, and duty. The Little Duke is a timeless tale of adventure and heroism that has captured the hearts of generations of readers.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.

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