BEFORE HE TOOK THE WORLD TO OZ, HE TOOK THEM TO THE BRINK OF REVOLUTION.

In 1905, L. Frank Baum—writing under the sophisticated pseudonym Schuyler Staunton—penned a hidden political masterpiece. Moving far beyond the whimsical borders of Oz, The Fate of a Crown is a pulse-pounding historical thriller of espionage, romance, and betrayal set against the lush, lethal backdrop of 19th-century Brazil.

Rio de Janeiro, 1889. The Brazilian Empire teeters on the ragged edge of a bloody military coup d'état. Enter Robert Harcliffe: a daring American adventurer who steps off the docks and straight into a deadly web of plots and counterplots.

A RESTORED HEIRLOOM MASTERPIECE

Streamroots Heirloom is proud to be the first to bring this 1905 Thriller to auditory life. Featuring the talents of acclaimed voice artist Garan Patrick, this masterful narration captures the intense character drama and high-stakes suspense of the 1889 Brazilian Revolution, allowing listeners to experience this lost masterwork as an immersive audio landscape.

THIS EXCLUSIVE COLLECTOR'S EDITION INCLUDES:

• NEW INSIGHTFUL FOREWORD: A deep dive detailing Baum's secret thriller ambitions and his choice to write under a pseudonym.
• COMPREHENSIVE LISTENER'S GUIDE: Discussion questions exploring the complex political and social themes of the era—perfect for high school literature or book clubs.
• HISTORICAL TIMELINE & "WHO'S WHO": A curated guide to the real-life figures, factions, and events of the actual 1889 Brazilian Coup.
• THE COLLECTOR'S REGISTRY DIGITAL ARCHIVE: Scan the internal QR code for instant access to original 1889 maps, archival newspaper headlines from the revolution, a gallery of original covers, and historical author insights.

Experience the hidden side of America's greatest storyteller. Scroll up, click "Buy Now," and claim your piece of literary history today. To explore the digital archive of the audiobook, the author, the setting and the pseudonym, visit streamroots.org/the-fate-of-a-crown.