The Last of the Barons — Volume 08 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
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| Title | The Last of the Barons — Volume 08 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Last of the Barons — Volume 08" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around the turbulent political climate of 15th century England, focusing on the relationships and power struggles among significant historical figures, particularly King Edward IV and the influential Earl of Warwick, along with the emerging roles of women such as Lady Anne, Warwick's daughter. The plot intricately weaves themes of love, ambition, betrayal, and the consequences of political machinations in a royal court. The opening of this volume introduces a key moment in the story's overarching conflict, highlighting the strained interactions between King Edward IV and the Earl of Warwick, as they navigate alliances and suspicions. Lady Anne is depicted as a central figure caught in the emotional turmoil of her father's ambitions and the king's desires, setting the stage for potential romantic entanglements and emerging dangers. As political tensions escalate with news of rebellion, the characters' fates become increasingly interconnected with their personal desires, especially as Edwards' growing obsession with Anne introduces a dire sense of impending conflict. The introduction of other characters, including the noble Sir Marmaduke and the passionate noblewoman Sibyll Warner, adds layers to the drama as they each grapple with their loyalties and aspirations in a treacherous political landscape. (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 |
| Subject | Warwick, Richard Neville, Earl of, 1428-1471 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7722 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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