PRISONER OF APPETITE
Raynald III, a 14th Century duke in what is now Belgium, was grossly overweight. Captured in a revolt by his younger brother, he was imprisoned in a room that was built around him. The room had no bars on the windows — not even a locked door. The door was built slightly smaller that the normal size. Still, because of his size, Raynald III could not squeeze through to freedom. He was too large. Still there was hope. All he had to do to be a free man was go on a self- enforced diet. His brother even offered to restore his title and wealth as soon as he was able to leave the room. His brother knew Raynald’s weakness, though. He loved food — loved it, loved it! Each day he had sent to Raynald’s room a variety of delicious foods. Instead of growing thinner, Raynald grew fatter. He was a prisoner not of locks or bars or iron gates.…
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