Nell Gwyn, Comedian: A Novel (1900)

By Frank Frankfort Moore

Book Overview

Nell Gwyn, Comedian: A Novel is a historical fiction book written by Frank Frankfort Moore and first published in 1900. The novel is set in 17th century England and tells the story of Nell Gwyn, a popular actress and mistress of King Charles II. The book follows Nell's journey from her humble beginnings as an orange seller in the streets of London to becoming one of the most famous actresses of her time. Despite her lowly status, Nell catches the eye of the king and becomes his mistress, which brings her both fame and fortune. Throughout the novel, Nell faces many challenges and obstacles, including jealous rivals, political intrigue, and the disapproval of society. Despite these challenges, Nell remains a strong and independent woman who refuses to be held back by her circumstances. Moore's writing style is vivid and engaging, bringing the vibrant world of 17th century England to life. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous during this time period, as well as the struggles of those who lived in poverty. Overall, Nell Gwyn, Comedian: A Novel is an entertaining and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, romance, and drama.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: 1165485818
• ISBN13: 9781165485819
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"