“The Barefoot King” - Andrew Jordan Nance, Olivia Holden
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The Barefoot King - Andrew Jordan Nance, Olivia Holden
Language of book for review:
Brazilian Portuguese - “O rei descalço”
Published also in:
English - “The Barefoot King”
The story centers on King Creet, a young and somewhat distracted ruler of a barefoot kingdom. One day, while strolling carelessly, he stubs his toe on a rock—an experience so jarring that he resolves never to feel such pain again. His impulsive solution? Cover the entire kingdom in leather to protect everyone’s feet. At first, this seems like a grand idea, but it quickly unravels as the leather causes slippery roads, blocks rainwater from nourishing the soil, and disrupts life for his subjects. Faced with their complaints, King Creet turns to his wise minister, who gently suggests a simpler fix: train his mind to be more aware and wrap leather around his own feet instead of the whole land. Thus, shoes are born, and the king learns a valuable lesson about mindfulness and problem-solving.
"The Barefoot King" is a charming and insightful children’s book that blends whimsy with meaningful life lessons. The book combines a playful narrative with vibrant artwork to deliver a fable-inspired story that resonates with both kids and adults.
