The Man Who Saved the King

by Betty Turnbull, Igor Adasikov (Illustrator)

Overview

This beautifully illustrated book inspires children to discover the extraordinary potential within themselves; it's a celebration of resilience, purpose, and the power of embracing one's inherent gifts.

In The Man Who Saved The King, Papa shares with little Billy the wonderful story of William who struggled with his size and strength as a child. As William grows into a man, the burden he once carried becomes the very thing that saves a king and shapes the destiny of Scotland.

Woven around the historical narrative of William Rule and King Robert the Bruce, this enchanting story invites young readers to travel through the scenic landscapes of ancient Scotland, teaching a timeless lesson, that everyone is born with a unique purpose.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781611530049
Publisher:	Light Messages
Publication date:	03/17/2014
Series:	Papa and Billy
Pages:	42
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.09(d)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Betty Turnbull, Baroness of Bedrule, sets her stories in the real past, adding to them the dimensions of interesting history and a beginning understanding of heritage. Besides the positive impact of self-worth provided by her exciting characters, their colorful yet intimate settings develop an interest in the past and heritage providing strong roots for childhood development and adult happiness. Betty earned her degree in education from Rockford College, IL, USA, in 1970. Together with her husband, Wally, she served in the mountains of Haiti as a missionary in education and self help development from 1972-2002. During her 30 years of service in Haiti, Betty developed the fi rst rural preschool program which has expanded into hundreds of schools across the nation, following the model she established. In addition to Robbie the Royal Messenger, Betty is the author of Isobel's New World, The Man Who Saved The King, Abigail And The Royal Thread, and the award-winning children's book, A Sergeant in the House. Betty and her husband currently reside in Durham, NC. They have three children. When she is not writing children's books, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and being Gramma.