Charles Macfarlane

Broschiertes Buch

A Legend of Reading Abbey

Beschreibung

Experience medieval England during the tumultuous reign of Stephen with "A Legend of Reading Abbey," a gripping historical fiction novel by Charles MacFarlane. Set against the backdrop of war-torn 12th-century Great Britain (1135-1154), this meticulously researched story brings to life a pivotal period in English history. Explore the conflicts and power struggles of the era, as seen through the lens of Reading Abbey. MacFarlane masterfully weaves a tale of historical significance, capturing the essence of a nation grappling with internal strife and the consequences of war. "A Legend of Reading Abbey" offers readers a window into a world of profound historical depth, making it a captivating read for anyone interested in the medieval period and the dramatic narratives of Great Britain's past. Discover this classic work of historical fiction, a timeless story of courage, conflict, and enduring legacy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Charles Macfarlane was a Scottish writer most known for his historical and travel writings, as well as his novels. He was the son of Robert Macfarlane. From January 1816 to May 1827, he lived in Italy. In 1827, he traveled to Turkey and spent sixteen months in Constantinople and the Turkish regions. In 1829, Macfarlane settled in London, England, where he supported himself by literature. He spent many years on the staff of the publisher, Charles Knight. In 1847, Macfarlane returned to Turkey with his eldest son, who was 16 at the time. On his journey home in the summer of 1848, they stopped in Messina and took a tour of the Kingdom of Naples, the Abruzzi, the marches of Ancona, and Rome. His wife Charlotte passed away in 1854 at their house in Canterbury, Kent. In July 1857, he was designated as a poor brother of the London Charterhouse, where he died on December 9, 1858.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 130
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 191g
• ISBN-13: 9781023253093
• ISBN-10: 1023253097
• Artikelnr.: 74098599