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LoC No.: 07008002
Title: Gowrie; or, the King's Plot.
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Produced by Charles Bowen from page images provided by
Google Books (University of California, Davis)
Summary: "Gowrie; or, the King's Plot" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life of John, Earl of Gowrie, providing a fictional exploration of his life, struggles, and the political intricacies of his time, particularly focused on the mysterious circumstances surrounding the Gowrie Conspiracy. At the start of the novel, the narrative unfolds in Padua on August 15, 1599, introducing Earl Gowrie as a young man caught in contemplation amidst a festive atmosphere. He is soon joined by his friend, Sir John Hume, and they engage in playful banter, moments of reflection, and discussions about their past, intertwined with hints of deeper troubles. The opening portion sets the stage for their connections, particularly as Gowrie's heart is tied to the beautiful Julia, the granddaughter of Manucci, an old scholar embroiled in ominous political intrigue, indicating that their fates are dramatically intertwined with the historical events that are to unfold. As the story progresses, themes of love, loyalty, and treachery emerge, hinting at the political dangers that lurk ahead for the characters involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50518
Published: Nov 20, 2015
Downloads: 350
Language: English
Subject: Gowrie Conspiracy, 1600 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07008002
Title: Gowrie; or, the King's Plot.
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen from page images provided by
Google Books (University of California, Davis)
Summary: "Gowrie; or, the King's Plot" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life of John, Earl of Gowrie, providing a fictional exploration of his life, struggles, and the political intricacies of his time, particularly focused on the mysterious circumstances surrounding the Gowrie Conspiracy. At the start of the novel, the narrative unfolds in Padua on August 15, 1599, introducing Earl Gowrie as a young man caught in contemplation amidst a festive atmosphere. He is soon joined by his friend, Sir John Hume, and they engage in playful banter, moments of reflection, and discussions about their past, intertwined with hints of deeper troubles. The opening portion sets the stage for their connections, particularly as Gowrie's heart is tied to the beautiful Julia, the granddaughter of Manucci, an old scholar embroiled in ominous political intrigue, indicating that their fates are dramatically intertwined with the historical events that are to unfold. As the story progresses, themes of love, loyalty, and treachery emerge, hinting at the political dangers that lurk ahead for the characters involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50518
Published: Nov 20, 2015
Downloads: 350
Language: English
Subject: Gowrie Conspiracy, 1600 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.