Nell Gwyn: The Story Of Her Life

By Lewis Melville

Book Overview

Nell Gwyn: The Story Of Her Life is a biographical book written by Lewis Melville. The book tells the story of Nell Gwyn, a famous English actress and mistress of King Charles II. The book covers Nell's life from her humble beginnings as a prostitute and orange seller to her rise to fame as an actress in the Restoration theatre. The book also explores her relationship with Charles II, including their love affair and the birth of their two sons. Melville delves into the political and social climate of the time, providing insight into the court and the lives of the aristocracy. The book is a compelling portrait of a fascinating woman who defied social conventions and rose to become one of the most beloved figures of her time. Melville's writing is engaging and informative, making Nell Gwyn: The Story Of Her Life an enjoyable and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Restoration period.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: 1163141496
• ISBN13: 9781163141496
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"