The Chestry Oak

<p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>As he watches his homeland of Hungary being taken over and run by invaders from Nazi Germany young Prince Michael of Chestry strives to retain his identity and integrity during one of the most dangerous seasons in human history.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>Michael carries an acorn all the way from his castle home in Chestry Valley to the warm soil of the Hudson Valley farm in the USA where he makes a new home after WWII.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>It is difficult to decide which are the most unforgettable; the scenes in Hungary Michael's proud valiant father and his beloved Nana or the friendly young GI and his family who take Michael to their hearts and make him their own. Perhaps the most compelling character of all is Midnight the dancing black stallion full of fire and beauty and trained to perform before princes. Kate Seredy's drawings make this a book to treasure.</span></p><hr><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>A masterpiece of childhood literature.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)> -Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>The prose is perfect: vivid and often poetic. -</span><em style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>National Review</em></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>...a modern fairy tale of Hungary. -</span><em style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>Kirkus Reviews</em></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>Kate Seredy's fine illustrations help to link Hungary and America in this story of young Prince Michael whose changing fortunes brought him at last to the warmth of an American home.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)> -</span><em style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>Horn Book</em></p><p><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>Occasionally something precious is lost for a while only to be rediscovered and become appreciated all over again. Perhaps never is this more true than with the story Chestry Oak. Originally published in 1948 it is a beautifully told story of a boy who begins with a happy childhood overcomes peril and finishes strong. Chestry Oak is a book with all-too-rare and wonderful values that has been cherished by readers for generations. Long out of print today's readers can once again enjoy the delightful story of Chestry Oak thanks to Purple House Press.</span></p><p class=ql-align-right><span style=color: rgba(128 128 128 1)>-Jane Claire Lambert author of </span><em>Five In A Row</em></p><p><br></p>