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The Great Royal Race

By: Carl Sommer
Narrated by: Carl Sommer
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It was time for the beautiful Princess Elizabeth to be married. Charming Simon and the strong, handsome Thomas came to ask her hand in marriage. And then there was John, the handsome but not-so-flashy commoner whom Elizabeth had first noticed helping an old man get his wagon out of a muddy ditch. Not sure about the true character of her three suitors, Elizabeth had them run a race to reveal what they were really like in difficult situations. 

Tempted by distractions planted by the wise king, two of the three runners failed to keep their eyes on their goal. But the commoner John stayed focused on the beautiful princess - he passed the test of the Great Royal Race. 

This inspiring story by Carl Sommer shows how goal-setting, perseverance, and loyalty will bring success. 

Grades one to four. Virtues: citizenship, caring, and community service. Other virtues: appreciation, assertiveness, caring, commitment, compassion, courage, courtesy, diligence, initiative, integrity, kindness, loyalty, obedience to parents, patience, perseverance, positive mental attitude, purity, respect, self-discipline, self-reliance, and temperance.

©1997 Carl Sommer (P)2017 Carl Sommer

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