The Leaguer Of Lathom: A Tale Of The Civil War In Lancashire

By William Harrison Ainsworth

Book Overview

The Leaguer of Lathom is a historical novel written by William Harrison Ainsworth. The story is set during the English Civil War and revolves around the siege of Lathom House, a royalist stronghold in Lancashire. The main character is a young woman named Charlotte de la Tremouille, who is the wife of Sir Thomas Stanley, the owner of Lathom House. Charlotte is a brave and resourceful woman who helps to defend the house against the parliamentary army led by General Fairfax. The novel is full of action, intrigue, and romance, and provides a vivid portrayal of life during the Civil War. Ainsworth's writing is known for its historical accuracy and attention to detail, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in this period of English history. Overall, The Leaguer of Lathom is an exciting and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the English Civil War.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: 1163297461
• ISBN13: 9781163297469
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"