The King Behind The King (1914)

The King Behind The King is a novel written by Warwick Deeping and was first published in 1914. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young king who is struggling to rule his country. The king is portrayed as a weak and indecisive ruler who is easily influenced by his advisors and courtiers. However, behind the scenes, there is a powerful figure who is pulling the strings and controlling the king's every move. This figure is known as the ""King behind the King.""As the story progresses, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters who are all vying for power and influence in the king's court. There is the scheming chancellor who is manipulating the king for his own gain, the ambitious general who is plotting a coup, and the beautiful but devious queen who is using her charms to gain power and influence.The plot of the story is full of political intrigue, betrayal, and romance. The reader is taken on a journey through the corridors of power as the various characters plot and scheme against each other. The story is also set against the backdrop of a country on the brink of war, adding an element of tension and urgency to the plot.Overall, The King Behind The King is a gripping and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating insight into the world of politics and power. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone who enjoys a good political thriller.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.