The Hampdens: A Historiette (1880)

By Harriet Martineau

Book Overview

The Hampdens: A Historiette is a historical novella written by acclaimed British author, Harriet Martineau in 1880. The book is set in the late 17th century and follows the lives of the Hampden family, a wealthy and influential family in England. The story is centered around the character of John Hampden, a prominent member of parliament who becomes embroiled in a bitter political struggle against the monarchy. As the conflict intensifies, John Hampden finds himself facing imprisonment and exile, and his family is forced to endure the consequences of his actions. The Hampdens: A Historiette is a gripping tale of political intrigue, family loyalty, and the struggle for freedom and justice. Martineau's vivid descriptions and compelling characters bring to life a turbulent period in English history, making this novella a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.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: 1167202775
• ISBN13: 9781167202773
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"