Magician and the Merchant

Pelagius, a young man, leaves his hometown to become a merchant and faces a land of thieves on his journey. He meets two wise men, a scientific magician and the chief of police, and learns the strange ways of the city. The magician offers to join him on condition that they create a football team to prepare the town for defense. The story builds to a climax when the two sides must battle each other.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

Pelagius, a young man residing in an old town, finds himself bored with the predictable and mundane life that surrounds him. Determined to forge his own path to fortune, he decides to leave his home and embark on a journey to create his own success. In this world, where money does not grow on trees, Pelagius chooses a career as a merchant, loading a cart with fancy goods and accompanied by his loyal horse and cunning cat. With a destination in a distant town in mind, he sets out on a perilous journey, crossing a land filled with thieves. Upon reaching his destination, Pelagius encounters two wise men: one, a scientific magician, and the other, the secretive chief of police. Through his interactions with these individuals, Pelagius learns the peculiar ways of the city and begins to sell his goods. However, he soon realizes that the city is a vain and dangerous place, plotting an invasion of his own hometown.
Determined to protect his loved ones, Pelagius embarks on a mission to save the town. Assisted by his young wife and the children of the local school, Pelagius and his friends devise a series of cunning plans to thwart the city's invasion plans. They cross the sea to seek alliances, only to discover that they have encountered an alien tribe with a distinct logic and way of life. As the story unfolds, it builds to a climactic battle between the two sides, where Pelagius and his allies must confront the city's forces and defend their homeland.
This story is filled with humor and features some original songs that add to its charm. While it is written in a clear and accessible manner for younger readers, it also contains advanced ideas that will appeal to readers of all ages. The narrative is well-crafted, with vivid descriptions and engaging characters that bring the story to life. Overall, "The Young Merchant and the City of Thieves" is a captivating tale that will captivate readers of all ages with its humor, adventure, and thought-provoking themes.

Weight: 106g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800464667