ISBN: 9781330999738 - traitor or patriot?: a tale of the rye-house plot (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book opens on the eve of May Day with Ruth Rumbold, a young woman whose life has been quietly shaped by the death of her mother and the presence of a close-knit community. The arrival of Lawrence Lee, the son of a local lord, stirs up emotions she has never felt before. While celebrating the holiday, they witness a mysterious barge appearing on the river, the arrival of cloaked figures, and a series of events that threaten to forever alter the peace of their village. Caught in the middle of political unrest and religious tensions, Ruth, Lawrence, and their friends find themselves in danger, suspected of plotting against the Crown. But even as their world threatens to crumble, the power of community and the strength of love emerges, forming a bond that threatens the plots of those who would divide them. Set against the backdrop of the infamous Rye House Plot, this book is a richly detailed historical tale of romance, betrayal, and the indomitable power of friendship. With a cast of compelling characters and a narrative that effortlessly shifts between love story and historical drama, this gripping tale brings to life a tumultuous period in English history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…