Lady Lettice, Vi-Countess Falkland (1908)

By John Duncon

Book Overview

Lady Lettice, Vi-Countess Falkland is a historical novel written by John Duncon and published in 1908. The book tells the story of Lettice Knollys, a noblewoman who lived during the Tudor era in England. Lettice is a fascinating character who was known for her beauty, wit, and charm, and who played a significant role in the court of Queen Elizabeth I.The novel follows Lettice's life from her early years as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I, to her marriage to Robert Dudley, the Earl of Leicester. Despite their deep love for each other, Lettice and Robert's marriage was marred by scandal and controversy, as Robert was already married when they wed.As the story progresses, Lettice finds herself caught up in the political intrigues of the court, as various factions jostle for power and influence. She must navigate the treacherous waters of court life, while also dealing with personal tragedies and heartbreak.Throughout the book, Duncon paints a vivid picture of Tudor England, with its colorful characters, lavish pageantry, and complex political machinations. Lady Lettice, Vi-Countess Falkland is a gripping tale of love, ambition, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in English history.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: 1165333821
• ISBN13: 9781165333820
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"