Berkeley Castle V1: A Historical Romance (1836)

By Grantley Berkeley

Book Overview

Berkeley Castle V1: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Grantley Fitzhardinge Berkeley and originally published in 1836. The story is set in the 17th century and centers around the historical Berkeley Castle, located in Gloucestershire, England. The novel follows the lives of the Berkeley family, who have lived in the castle for generations, and their interactions with various historical figures, including King Charles I and Oliver Cromwell. The plot revolves around the love story between the young and beautiful Lady Mary Berkeley and the handsome and brave Captain John Berkeley. Their love is tested by the political turmoil and religious conflicts of the time, as well as by the scheming of Lady Mary's jealous cousin, Lady Henrietta Temple. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and duty, as the characters navigate the complex and dangerous world of 17th century England.Berkeley Castle V1: A Historical Romance is a richly detailed and engaging historical novel, filled with vivid descriptions of the castle and its surroundings, as well as the customs and traditions of the time. The author's extensive knowledge of English history and his skillful storytelling make this book a must-read for fans of historical fiction and romance.In Three Volumes.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: 1104076039
• ISBN13: 9781104076030
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"