The Children of the King: A Tale of Southern Italy

"The Children of the King: A Tale of Southern Italy" by F. Marion Crawford is a 19th-century novel immersed in the scenic lands of Southern Italy. It tells the touching story of two orphaned brothers, Ruggiero and Sebastiano, called the Children of the King, who after their mother's passing, encounter a difficult world that offers both trials and the chance for hope. As the brothers adjust to their new existence, they start to reveal the history of their noble ancestry. At the beginning, the boys must face the pain of losing their mother, Carmela, as well as the harsh treatment of Don Pietro Casale, their family's cruel master. As they deal with this change, they stand up for themselves by resisting Casale’s authority. The tale shows the beautiful, rural environment of Calabria, as well as the dynamic lives of its people. After they leave their home, Ruggiero and Sebastiano embark on a journey through a world that is as captivating as it is relentless, opening the way for self-discovery and daring adventure.