King Midas and the Golden Touch

Sep 29, 2026

King Midas and the Golden Touch, written by Al Perkins, is a classic retelling of the legendary tale concerning a king whose insatiable obsession with gold leads him to value riches above all else. The narrative follows Midas as he surrounds his daily life—from his bed and breakfast to his royal collections—with golden objects. His life centers around his private, massive stash of gold hidden within a secret palace cave, where he finds solace and joy in the tactile sensation and visual brilliance of his wealth, setting the stage for the moral dilemma regarding the true value of earthly treasures.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages36

Reading Time55 min

AccessFree to download

The Golden Life of King Midas

A Life Surrounded by Gold

The Secret Palace Treasury

FAQs

What does King Midas love most?

King Midas loves gold, taking great pleasure in the way it shines and the way it feels.

Who joins King Midas for breakfast?

He sits down to breakfast with his daughter, Princess Marygold.

Where does King Midas keep his gold collection?

He keeps his gold collection in a big, dark cave located inside his palace behind a secret door.

Sep 29, 2026

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