On the most remote frontier of this kingdom, towards the north, there was another large kingdom, equally subject to his rule, and of which none but himself knew the immense extent.

From time immemorial, an exact plan of this kingdom had been preserved in the archives.

It was called the Land of Obscurity, or _Night_, because everything in it was dark and inactive.
"In the most fertile and agreeable part of the empire of Reality, the king had a magnificent residence, called _The Heavenly City_, where he held his brilliant court.

Millions of servants executed his wishes--still more were ready to receive his orders.

The first were clothed in glittering robes, whiter than snow--for white was the colour of the Great King, as the emblem of purity.