Grisly Grisell; Or, The Laidly Lady of Whitburn: A Tale of the Wars of the…
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| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
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| Title | Grisly Grisell; Or, The Laidly Lady of Whitburn: A Tale of the Wars of the Roses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1906 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Grisly Grisell; Or, The Laidly Lady of Whitburn" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a historical novel that likely emerged in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, the story revolves around young Grisell Dacre, the daughter of the Baron of Whitburn, who faces tragic circumstances following an accident caused by her childhood companion, Leonard Copeland. This incident sets off a chain of events that thrusts her into a world of political intrigue and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces a bustling Manor-house at Amesbury where a tragic accident occurs involving Grisell and a group of children experimenting with gunpowder. Following the explosion, Grisell is severely injured and taken under the care of the Countess of Salisbury, while discussions of her future, particularly her political marriage to Leonard, unfold amidst rising tensions between their feuding families. The narrative hints at deeper themes of identity and acceptance, particularly for Grisell, who hears her mother's harsh words about her appearance after the accident and fears for her future amidst social pressures. This captivating introduction sets the stage for Grisell's tumultuous journey within a historically rich and character-driven narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Wars of the Roses, 1455-1485 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7387 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 10, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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