""Kings and the Moon"" is a novel by James Stephens that tells the story of a king who becomes obsessed with the moon and its beauty. The king, who is already known for his eccentric behavior, spends his days and nights gazing at the moon and neglecting his duties as a ruler. His obsession becomes so intense that he orders his soldiers to capture the moon and bring it to him. The soldiers try their best, but their attempts to capture the moon are...