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Title: The Mystery of Mary Stuart
Note: Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Mystery of Mary Stuart" by Andrew Lang is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It explores the complexities surrounding the life and reign of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, particularly focusing on her trials, enemies, and the controversial "Casket Letters" which implicated her in various conspiracies. Lang aims to unravel the truth behind the historical events that led to her downfall, scrutinizing both her character and the motives of those around her. The opening of the text introduces the intricate web of personalities involved in the tragic story of Mary Stuart, providing a rich prelude to her struggles for power amidst political intrigue and personal betrayal. Lang illustrates the historical setting, emphasizing the socio-political climate of Scotland during Mary’s reign and the pivotal figures that shaped her narrative, including her husbands, noble adversaries, and loyal aides. The insight into her characterized traits, motives, and the events leading up to her troubles, including the infamous murder of her second husband, Darnley, sets a compelling stage for a deeper exploration of her life. The reader is invited to reflect on the multifaceted interactions of these historical figures and the enduring debate over Mary Stuart's guilt or innocence in the eyes of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
EBook No.: 42910
Published: Jun 10, 2013
Downloads: 217
Language: English
Subject: Mary, Queen of Scots, 1542-1587
Subject: Queens -- Scotland -- Biography
Subject: Scotland -- History -- Mary Stuart, 1542-1567
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Mystery of Mary Stuart
Note: Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Anna Whitehead and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Mystery of Mary Stuart" by Andrew Lang is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It explores the complexities surrounding the life and reign of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, particularly focusing on her trials, enemies, and the controversial "Casket Letters" which implicated her in various conspiracies. Lang aims to unravel the truth behind the historical events that led to her downfall, scrutinizing both her character and the motives of those around her. The opening of the text introduces the intricate web of personalities involved in the tragic story of Mary Stuart, providing a rich prelude to her struggles for power amidst political intrigue and personal betrayal. Lang illustrates the historical setting, emphasizing the socio-political climate of Scotland during Mary’s reign and the pivotal figures that shaped her narrative, including her husbands, noble adversaries, and loyal aides. The insight into her characterized traits, motives, and the events leading up to her troubles, including the infamous murder of her second husband, Darnley, sets a compelling stage for a deeper exploration of her life. The reader is invited to reflect on the multifaceted interactions of these historical figures and the enduring debate over Mary Stuart's guilt or innocence in the eyes of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
EBook No.: 42910
Published: Jun 10, 2013
Downloads: 217
Language: English
Subject: Mary, Queen of Scots, 1542-1587
Subject: Queens -- Scotland -- Biography
Subject: Scotland -- History -- Mary Stuart, 1542-1567
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.