The Prisoner of Zenda

The story is about Rudolf Rassendyll, a young English gentleman. He went to Ruritania for a holiday,but endedup having a wild and exciting adventure. Duke Micheal, the younger brother of the King Rudolf V, was plotting to overthrow the king and take over. Since Rassendyll bore a strong resemblance to the king, he was asked to impersonate him. In order to save the king, Rudolf had to fight the six "famous bodyguard" of the Duke. At the same time, he fell in love with Princess Flavia, The king's fiancee and she with him. However, they decided that loyalty to the king and their country was far more noble than fulfilling their desire to be with one another. Thus, Rasendyll and Flavia sacrified their love for one another for the sake of King Rudolf V and Ruritania. In the end, Rasendyll saved the king, then left the country. Flavia stayed behind and married the king. In remembrance of their love for each other,they sent each other a single stalk of rose every year.