The Children of the Chapel: A Tale is a novel written by Mary Charlotte J. Leith and published in 1864. The story is set in the Elizabethan era and follows the lives of a group of talented young boys who are members of the Chapel Royal choir. The boys are under the tutelage of the stern but kind-hearted Master of the Chapel, who is determined to train them to become the best singers in the country.The novel explores the challenges that the boys face as they navigate their way through the competitive world of court politics and musical performance. The main character, a young boy named Walter, is particularly gifted and catches the eye of Queen Elizabeth I, who takes an interest in his progress.As the story unfolds, Walter and his fellow choirboys must deal with jealousy, betrayal, and personal tragedy, all while striving to perfect their craft and impress the queen. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about loyalty, friendship, and the importance of hard work and dedication.Overall, The Children of the Chapel: A Tale is a charming and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Elizabethan court life and the art of choral singing. It is a must-read for anyone interested in music, history, or the lives of young people in times gone by.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.