Oakshott Castle: Being The Memoir Of An Eccentric Nobleman (1876)

By Henry Kingsley

Book Overview

Oakshott Castle: Being The Memoir Of An Eccentric Nobleman (1876) is a novel written by the British author, Henry Kingsley. The book is a fictional account of the life of an eccentric nobleman, Sir Ralph Oakshott, who lives in a castle in the English countryside. The story is told through the eyes of Ralph's nephew, who has come to live with him at the castle. The book is a mixture of adventure, romance, and mystery, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader engaged. The story follows Ralph as he tries to solve a mystery that has been plaguing his family for generations. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman who he falls in love with. The book is set in the mid-19th century and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the British aristocracy during this time period. It is also a commentary on the changing social and economic landscape of England during this time, as the old ways of the aristocracy are slowly giving way to the new industrial age. Overall, Oakshott Castle: Being The Memoir Of An Eccentric Nobleman (1876) is a well-written and engaging novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, romance, and mystery. It is a classic example of Victorian literature and is sure to delight readers of all ages.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: 1164922742
• ISBN13: 9781164922742
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"