Bothwell; or, The Days of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 1 (of 3) by James Grant
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About this eBook
| Creator | Grant, James, 1822-1887 |
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| Title | Bothwell; or, The Days of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Bothwell; or, The Days of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 1 (of 3)" by James Grant is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the life and times of James Hepburn, the Earl of Bothwell, a central figure in the tumultuous history surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots. The opening chapters set the scene against the backdrop of 1566, detailing the struggles, relationships, and events that characterize this dire period in Scottish history. At the start of the story, the setting is introduced with the tumultuous weather around the castle of Bergen in Norway, as fishermen anxiously await the arrival of a struggling ship on a stormy night. Young Konrad, a captain and nobleman, feels compelled to help the imperiled vessel, demonstrating bravery which hints at his character’s depth. Meanwhile, the narratives shift between the dangers of the sea, the struggles for power, and the intersecting lives of characters like Anna, who is captured between her affections for Bothwell and a fellow local suitor. The opening portion blends adventure with the complexities of romance, jealousy, and loyalty, beckoning readers into a richly depicted era ripe with historical intrigue and vibrant character dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Mary, Queen of Scots, 1542-1587 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bothwell, James Hepburn, Earl of, 1536?-1578 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- History -- Mary Stuart, 1542-1567 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55527 |
| Release Date | Sep 11, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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