The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hope


Classic adventure story set in the imaginary kingdom of Ruritania

2. A Journey to Strelsau
  • Rudolf secretly takes the train to Strelsau to attend the coronation.
  • He sees the mysterious Antoinette du Mauban and stops in Zenda.
  • Zenda is home to a famous castle - and ‘Black Michael’.
  • Locals confuse Rudolf Rassendyll for his cousin.
Adapted for audio by Kieran McGovern. With free worksheets & learning activities. English language level: low intermediate level (A2-B1)