The Ryhoves Of Antwerp: An Historical Tale

By Annette Lucile Noble

Book Overview

""The Ryhoves of Antwerp"" is a historical novel written by Annette L. Noble. Set in the city of Antwerp in the 16th century, the book tells the story of the Ryhove family, a noble family who played a significant role in the tumultuous political and religious landscape of the time. The novel follows the Ryhove siblings, Jan and Katherina, as they navigate the complex world of court politics, religious conflict, and personal relationships. Jan, a charismatic and ambitious man, becomes involved in the rebellion against Spanish rule in the Netherlands, while Katherina struggles to find her place in a society that values obedience and conformity above all else. As the story unfolds, readers are transported to a time of great upheaval and change, as the Protestant Reformation spreads throughout Europe and the Catholic Church fights to maintain its power. Through the eyes of the Ryhove family, we see the impact of these events on ordinary people, and the sacrifices they must make in order to survive and thrive in a world that is constantly shifting beneath their feet. Overall, ""The Ryhoves of Antwerp"" is a gripping and well-researched historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in European history. With its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, it is sure to captivate readers who are interested in the history of the Netherlands, the Protestant Reformation, or the lives of ordinary people during times of great change and upheaval.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: 1163616168
• ISBN13: 9781163616161
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"