The Crystal Sceptre

The Crystal Sceptre is a fantasy novel written by Philip Verrill Mighels. The story is set in a fictional world where magic is real and the ruling class is made up of sorcerers who wield immense power. The protagonist, a young man named Zoraida, is the rightful heir to the throne but has been living in hiding for years to avoid being killed by the sorcerer who usurped the throne.When Zoraida learns that his father has been murdered, he sets out on a quest to reclaim his birthright and restore justice to the kingdom. Along the way, he is aided by a band of loyal followers, including a wise old wizard and a fierce warrior princess.As Zoraida journeys through treacherous lands and battles dangerous foes, he discovers that the key to his success lies in a powerful crystal sceptre that has been lost for centuries. With the help of his companions, Zoraida must find the sceptre and wield its magical powers to defeat the sorcerer and reclaim his rightful place as king.The Crystal Sceptre is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of magic, romance, and political intrigue. It is a classic tale of good versus evil, and the triumph of courage and determination over tyranny and oppression.One after another, then, the trembling fellows came crawling down the hill, many on their stomachs, to adore my tracks, to wriggle about my feet and otherwise to endeavour to calm me down and humble themselves in my exalted shadow. Even the chief came toward me on hands and knees, dragging his club and afraid to lift his head. His downfall was complete; there were none more thoroughly overwhelmed than he. On the ground before me the fellow laid his great crystal weapon--at once his sceptre and his sword --and he, too, adored the turf where my feet had trod. The women, with the albino among them, and even the children, got on the ground, prostrate, abject and afraid.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.