Holt Castle: Or The Three-Fold Interest In The Land (1882)

By Henry Tanner

Book Overview

Holt Castle: Or The Three-Fold Interest In The Land is a historical novel written by Henry Tanner and first published in 1882. The book tells the story of Holt Castle, a medieval fortress located in the English countryside, and the three individuals who have a stake in its ownership.The first of these is Sir Richard de Holt, the castle's original owner and a proud and powerful knight who built the castle to defend his lands against marauding invaders. The second is William de Holt, Sir Richard's descendant, who inherits the castle and struggles to maintain its defenses against a changing world.The third is Thomas Langley, a wealthy merchant who purchases the castle and seeks to transform it into a grand estate, complete with gardens, fountains, and other luxurious amenities. As Langley works to modernize the castle, he clashes with the traditionalists who believe that the fortress should remain a symbol of England's martial heritage.Throughout the novel, Tanner explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the changing nature of English society in the centuries following the Norman Conquest. He also provides a vivid portrait of life in medieval England, with detailed descriptions of castle architecture, feudal customs, and the daily lives of knights and peasants alike.Overall, Holt Castle: Or The Three-Fold Interest In The Land is a rich and engaging historical novel that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of England, medieval castles, or the social and cultural changes that shaped the country over the centuries.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: 1104180391
• ISBN13: 9781104180393
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"