The King's Bell is a historical novel written by Richard Henry Stoddard and published in 1863. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the life of a young boy named Hugh, who is the son of a blacksmith in a small town in England. Hugh's life takes a dramatic turn when he is chosen to ring the bell for the king's coronation ceremony in London. This honor gives him the opportunity to see the world beyond his small town and experience life in...