The Prisoner of Zenda: Being the History of Three Months in the Life of an English Gentleman

The Prisoner of Zenda: Being the History of Three Months in the Life of an English Gentleman is an adventure novel written by Anthony Hope, first published in 1894. It is a classic tale of romance, intrigue, and political drama, set in the fictional European kingdom of Ruritania. The novel is renowned for its fast-paced narrative, vivid characters, and thrilling plot twists, making it a timeless example of the "swashbuckling" genre.