The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the XVIIth Century

By Thomas De Longueville

Book Overview

The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck delves into the scandalous and dramatic life of Frances Howard, Viscountess Purbeck, a woman entangled in controversy during 17th-century England. Against the backdrop of a tumultuous political and social landscape, the book explores her illicit love affair, accusations of adultery, and the resulting trial that shocked society. This captivating historical biography sheds light on the complexities of gender, power, and reputation in the early Stuart era.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809544814
• ISBN13: 9780809544813
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: WLC
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"