
In the hidden kingdom of Nomansland a newborn prince is celebrated by all, yet his joy is shadowed by a cruel fate: he is born unable to walk. Confined to a high tower, the little prince watches the world through windows that frame fields, rivers and distant towns, his imagination filling the emptiness of his limbs. One day a mysterious traveler presents him with a wondrous cloak that drifts like a cloud, promising to carry him beyond the stone walls.
With the cloak’s gentle lift, the prince embarks on his first journey, gliding over gardens, bustling markets and quiet villages he has only ever seen in dreams. Along the way he meets shepherds, birds and strangers who teach him about courage, kindness and the true meaning of royalty. Though his body remains frail, the adventure awakens a spirit that may one day change the kingdom itself.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (168K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Kiwibrit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2014-06-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1826–1887
Best remembered for the enduring Victorian novel John Halifax, Gentleman, this English writer also published poetry, children's stories, and essays. Her work often blends domestic life, moral choice, and a warm belief in personal courage.
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