The Fate of a Crown: Heirloom Edition: Annotated with a Historical Guide, 1889 Timeline, and 50+ Illustrations

BEFORE HE TOOK THE WORLD TO OZ, HE TOOK THEM TO THE BRINK OF REVOLUTION.In 1905, L. Frank Baum—writing under the sophisticated pseudonym Schuyler Staunton—penned a hidden political masterpiece. Moving far beyond the whimsical borders of Oz, The Fate of a Crown is a pulse-pounding historical thriller of espionage, romance, and betrayal set against the lush, lethal backdrop of 19th-century Brazil.Rio de Janeiro, 1889. The Brazilian Empire teeters on the ragged edge of a bloody military coup d'état. Enter Robert Harcliffe: a daring American adventurer who steps off the docks and straight into a deadly web of plots and counterplots.As a revolutionary struggle ignites the dawn of freedom, Harcliffe is thrust into a treacherous shadow war between the secret corridors of power and the heights of the aristocracy. Hunted by elusive villains—none more formidable than the chilling Izabel, whose timeless beauty is a mask of old ivory—Harcliffe must overcome insurmountable odds to survive. In a country tearing itself apart, an outsider's choices may ultimately decide the fate of a crown.A RESTORED HEIRLOOM MASTERPIECEThis meticulously curated Collector's Edition by Streamroots Heirloom is the first authoritative, definitive restoration of Baum’s adult thriller in over a century. Specially tailored for collectors, history enthusiasts, book clubs, and homeschool families, this landmark volume transforms a "lost" classic into an immersive, premium reading experience.THIS EXCLUSIVE COLLECTOR'S EDITION INCLUDES:50+ STRIKING ILLUSTRATIONS: All-New period-style artwork seamlessly woven throughout the text to capture the drama of Robert’s journey.NEW INSIGHTFUL FOREWORD: A deep dive detailing Baum’s secret thriller ambitions and his choice to write under a pseudonym.COMPREHENSIVE READER’S GUIDE: Discussion questions exploring the complex political and social themes of the era—perfect for high school literature or book clubs.HISTORICAL TIMELINE & "WHO’S WHO": A curated guide to the real-life figures, factions, and events of the actual 1889 Brazilian Coup.THE COLLECTOR'S REGISTRY DIGITAL ARCHIVE: Scan the internal QR code for instant access to original 1889 maps, archival newspaper headlines from the revolution, a gallery of original covers, and historical author insights.Experience the hidden side of America’s greatest storyteller. Scroll up, click "Buy Now," and claim your piece of literary history today. To explore the digital archive of the book, the author, the setting and the pseudonym, visit streamroots.org/the-fate-of-a-crown. Read more