The Forgotten King by Kenneth Padgett and Shay Gregorie

The Forgotten King is a rhyming picture-book parable that seeks to engage and orient young imaginations toward a vision of the True King, and his desire to be with his people. Imaginatively written and wonderfully illustrated, this book has a timeless quality to it and will be enjoyed for generations.

What others are saying about the book:

"A beautiful parable with an ending unlike anything I’ve ever read in fiction. Wonderful. Too true to not be good!"

— S. D. Smith, Author of The Green Ember series

"The Forgotten King is a mythical story that points to biblical truths…A well-paced and delightful read-aloud..."

— The Gospel Coalition

"The Forgotten King comes alive on these illustrated pages with wit and wonder."

— Sandra McCracken, Singer/songwriter and author of Send Out Your Light: The Illuminating Power of Scripture and Song

Title

The Forgotten King
Author(s)

Kenneth Padgett and Shay Gregorie
Series

Wolfbane Books
ISBN

9781736610619
Publisher

Wolfbane Books
Topic

Theology
Audience

Children

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Overall rating

5.0 based on 1 review

Captivating words and pictures

I bought this book for my 7 year old son for Christmas, honestly because I saw it in real life and it's so beautifully illustrated (very timeless, and lino cut style)! We have now read it 3 days running, and on the 3rd read through he asked me why the Wizards beard was so long, and I asked what he thought it looked like, "A snake", he replied. I didn't explain any more, and we continued with the story. A few pages later a lightbulb went on in his head. "The Wizard is the devil isn't he? And the King is God!" What a joy for him to have enjoyed the book initially for it's story, rhyme and pictures, but then to understand the truth of the parable/allegory. This is a lovely book which I hope will be enjoyed for years to come in our home.