Cover: Mat Broome

Kingdoms #1

Aug 2007 · HarperCollins · 6.99 USD; 7.49 CAD; 3.50 GBP

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"Prologue: Peace in Our Time" kicks off Kingdoms #1 with a gripping look at young Prince Josiah’s ascension to the throne at just eight years old, following his father King Amon’s murder by members of his own court. Written by Ben Avery and illustrated by Mat Broome, the story charts Josiah’s journey from a grieving boy to a determined king who, upon coming of age, leads a sweeping purge of Baal worship and prepares to face Pharaoh Neco’s army in a clash that will define his reign. The cover by Mat Broome captures the weight of this moment with striking, evocative detail.

Contains 5 stories

Prologue "Peace in Our Time"

20 pp · Historical, Religious

IsaiahKing HezekiahBabylonians

Chapter One "Arrowhead"

22 pp · Historical, Religious

IddoKing JosiahPharaoh Neco

Chapter Two "Days of Mourning"

46 pp · Historical, Religious

IddoHannahMosheBerekiah

Chapter Three "And a Child Shall Lead Them"

50 pp · Historical, Religious

Prince JosiahDaliaRachamimKind Saul (in flashback)King David (in flashback)BenaiahChaimQueen JedidahShaphanHilkiahHuldah

In "Chapter Three: And a Child Shall Lead Them," eight-year-old Prince Josiah ascends the throne of Judah after his father, King Amon, is murdered by his own court. As he grows, Josiah takes up the mantle of kingship with quiet resolve, determined to cleanse Judah and Jerusalem of the worship of Baal—and to stand against the might of Pharaoh Neco’s army.

Chapter Four "Sins of the Fathers"

10 pp · Historical, Religious

BerekiahHaggaiIddoShaphanJehoahaz