Sword And Gown (1859)

By George A. Lawrence

Book Overview

Sword and Gown is a historical novel written by George Alfred Lawrence in 1859. The story is set in the 14th century and revolves around the life of a young man named Lionel de Courcy, who is torn between his love for a beautiful woman and his loyalty to the King of England. Lionel is a skilled swordsman and a member of the King's court, but he finds himself in a difficult position when he falls in love with a woman who is not of noble birth. As he struggles to balance his duty to the King with his love for this woman, Lionel becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and must navigate dangerous situations to protect those he loves. The novel is filled with action, romance, and political drama, and offers a vivid portrayal of life in medieval England. Sword and Gown is a classic historical novel that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and engaging characters.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: 1104473437
• ISBN13: 9781104473433
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"