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You might recognize the title. Anthony Hope wrote a book called, The Prisoner of Zenda. And although my digital image has no relation whatsoever to his story, there is an amusing tale as to why I went with this title.
I'm a huge fan of science fiction and fantasy. Flash Gordon is my "feel good movie." Vultan yelling, "Stand by my hawk men!" brings a smile to face every time. Anyhoo, I heard of Hope's book many years ago, and the title led me to assume that the subject matter was sci-fi. I mean really, The Prisoner of Zenda! It just screams early, campy science fiction.
Now I hate to burst any bubbles out there, especially for those who have not read Hope's book. But it has absolutely nothing to do with science fiction. When I got around to reading it, I remember picking it up, turning it over, and then standing there totally speechless. It is a work of fiction, but there's no aliens from outer space, no laser guns or high-tech bodysuits, and there's no spacecrafts engaged in epic battles.
No hawk men standing by, either ... (sigh)
Tickled by my own ignorance, enamored by the title; one thing led to another, and then poof!
Peace :)
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