The Passing of the Great Queen is a novel by Marie Corelli, published in 1912. The story is set in the fictional kingdom of Rhaetia, where Queen Elena has been ruling for many years. The queen is beloved by her people, but she is also feared for her mysterious powers and her ability to control the weather. When she falls ill, the kingdom is thrown into turmoil as the people worry about who will succeed her on the throne.The novel follows the lives...