"The Fall of the King" is a masterpiece of Danish literature, created by the writer Johannes Wilhelm Jensen. In this book, he tells the story of Christian VII, the king of Denmark in the 18th century. The image of the king presented in the novel is a combination of a monarch who abhors faith and a man who suffers from mental illness. The author skillfully describes the main character's inner world, his conflicts and collisions with the outside world. This book fascinates with its atmosphere, depth and philosophical undertones, revealing complex moral issues. "The Fall of the King" remains a relevant work that makes the reader think about the high and inevitable falls in the pursuit of power and influence.