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Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider)
1856
1925
Haggard, Rider
Haggard, Henry Rider
The Lady of Blossholme
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lady_of_Blossholme
John Bickers, Dagny and David Widger
"The Lady of Blossholme" by H. Rider Haggard is a historical novel set in the tumultuous times of the Tudor period, specifically around the time of Henry VIII. The narrative revolves around Sir John Foterell, a knight embroiled in a fierce conflict with the Abbot of Blossholme over his lands, which the Abbot claims under dubious circumstances. As the story unfolds, it promises themes of love, betrayal, and revenge against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal tragedy, particularly focusing on Sir John's daughter, Cicely, whose fate becomes intertwined with powerful forces. At the start of the tale, readers are introduced to the setting of Blossholme Abbey and the village that has remained largely unchanged since the days of Henry VIII. The narrative quickly establishes tension as Sir John Foterell receives a letter from the Abbot claiming his lands, igniting his wrath and foreshadowing conflict. As he confronts the Abbot, the threat to Cicely’s future and the perilous stakes of their interactions become transparent. The opening chapters reveal Sir John's fiery character and his determination to protect his daughter, while hinting at Cicely's burgeoning romance with Sir Christopher Harflete, setting the stage for both personal and larger conflicts as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Great Britain -- History -- Henry VIII, 1509-1547 -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Romance
Category: British Literature
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