The Single-Minded Prince

A wonderful fairy tale for all ages, The Single-Minded Prince is a story to be cherished and reread. Full of important life lessons and wry humor, it’s laugh-out-loud funny and deeply profound. Prince Bertram the First is born under the Sign of Single-mindedness. King Ollenfrond and Queen Tindra are delighted with their son, although it soon becomes obvious to them and the Wizard Fernwake that raising Bertie will be a unique challenge. Born with a deep love for birds the young prince realizes cats are their natural predators and seeks an opportunity to banish cats. That chance comes when his parents take a well-earned seagoing vacation, leaving Bertie in charge. Alas, the royal couple is abducted by a band of swashbuckling pirates so Bertie runs the kingdom as he sees fit. Bertie’s efforts to protect birds and eliminate cats cause endless problems. Each solution results in a new and more difficult challenge. The denizens of the kingdom include wizards, professors, creative children, talking cats and way too many birds. There are nefarious deeds done by the evil but endearing pirates, who eventually see the error of their ways and turn their plunder into an early retirement fund. Storms come and go on schedule, and a few even speak English. Enemies discover they are friends in a series of totally unexpected events where everyone wins. Intriguing illustrations. Perfect source of topics for exciting family debates! Really for ages 8-98!