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LoC No.: 07034310
Title:
"My Merry Rockhurst"
Being Some Episodes in the Life of Viscount Rockhurst, a Friend of King Charles the Second, and at One Time Constable of His Majesty's Tower of London
Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary: "My Merry Rockhurst" by Agnes Castle and Egerton Castle is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set during the time of King Charles II and follows some episodes in the life of Viscount Rockhurst, who reflects on themes of loyalty, friendship, and the struggles of the exiled English Royalists. The narrative hints at a vivid and engaging portrayal of a world rich in adventure, romance, and historical intrigue. At the start of the novel, the scene is established in the tranquil yet decaying town of Bruges, where Viscount Rockhurst finds himself in the company of King Charles II, both men bearing the weight of their fallen fortunes in exile. As they contemplate their dire situation, Rockhurst showcases his enduring loyalty to the King, which serves as a backdrop to his character’s introspection. Their conversation reflects on their shared hardships, with Rockhurst displaying determination to secure a meal for his King, setting the stage for a series of escapades that promise to mix humor with danger, as Rockhurst ventures into the night in search of provisions amidst their desolate surroundings. This opening sets an engaging tone for readers interested in a blend of historical fiction and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Castle, Agnes, 1860-1922
Author: Castle, Egerton, 1858-1920
Illustrator: Becher, Arthur E., 1877-1960
EBook No.: 57407
Published: Jun 27, 2018
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction
Subject: Tower of London (London, England) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07034310
Title:
"My Merry Rockhurst"
Being Some Episodes in the Life of Viscount Rockhurst, a Friend of King Charles the Second, and at One Time Constable of His Majesty's Tower of London
Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary: "My Merry Rockhurst" by Agnes Castle and Egerton Castle is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set during the time of King Charles II and follows some episodes in the life of Viscount Rockhurst, who reflects on themes of loyalty, friendship, and the struggles of the exiled English Royalists. The narrative hints at a vivid and engaging portrayal of a world rich in adventure, romance, and historical intrigue. At the start of the novel, the scene is established in the tranquil yet decaying town of Bruges, where Viscount Rockhurst finds himself in the company of King Charles II, both men bearing the weight of their fallen fortunes in exile. As they contemplate their dire situation, Rockhurst showcases his enduring loyalty to the King, which serves as a backdrop to his character’s introspection. Their conversation reflects on their shared hardships, with Rockhurst displaying determination to secure a meal for his King, setting the stage for a series of escapades that promise to mix humor with danger, as Rockhurst ventures into the night in search of provisions amidst their desolate surroundings. This opening sets an engaging tone for readers interested in a blend of historical fiction and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Castle, Agnes, 1860-1922
Author: Castle, Egerton, 1858-1920
Illustrator: Becher, Arthur E., 1877-1960
EBook No.: 57407
Published: Jun 27, 2018
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction
Subject: Tower of London (London, England) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.