A Health Unto His Majesty (1912)

By Justin Huntly McCarthy

Book Overview

""A Health Unto His Majesty"" is a historical novel written by Justin Huntly McCarthy in 1912. The book tells the story of King Charles II of England and his quest for good health. The king is plagued with various ailments and seeks the advice of doctors and healers from all over the world. The novel is set against the backdrop of 17th century England, a time of political turmoil and religious conflict. The story follows the king's journey as he tries various remedies and treatments, including drinking the famous ""Elixir of Life."" Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including a beautiful Frenchwoman who captures his heart. The novel is a mix of fact and fiction, with McCarthy drawing on historical records and his own imagination to create a vivid portrait of the king's life and times. The book is a fascinating look at the world of medicine and healing in the 17th century, as well as a gripping tale of love, politics, and intrigue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116453114X
• ISBN13: 9781164531142
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"