He found a beautiful youth, clad in a deer skin, lying on the ground. (Page 115).[ToList]


The Beggar King[ToC]

Proud King Hagag sat on his throne in state, and the high priest, standing by his side, read from the Holy Book, as was his daily custom. He read these words: "For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation?"

"Cease!" cried the king. "Who wrote those words?"