Captain Fritz von Tarlenheim: “Fate doesn't always make the right men kings."
Storyline
English Rudolf Rassendyll is a distance relative of Central-European King Rudolf V who is going to be crowned at Strelsau. He has a strong resemblance to the king, and the night befote the coronation the King gets drugged by his envious half-brother Michael. Rassendyll is asked to take his place. The ceremony goes well, and he is introduced to the charming royal bride, related princess Flavia, but afterwards the king is kidnapped and hidden in the castle of Zenda. Rassendyll is involved in the fight between political parties for control over Rudolf V, his throne and his bride, for which a formidable third candidate, Michael's disloyal co-conspirator Rupert of Hentzau, was waiting in the curtains.
Excellent adventure, terrific fun!
THE PRISONER OF ZENDA
