The Last of the Barons, Book IX
The novel revolves around the story of Warwick, the Kingmaker, and his role in the Wars of the Roses. The narrative explores the complexities of Warwick's character, portraying him as a powerful and ambitious nobleman who seeks to dominate English politics. Through his character, the novel examines themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of medieval England's tumultuous history.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1843 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 10 chapters · 41,941 words
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Hilyard was yet asleep in the chamber assigned to him as his prison, when a rough grasp shook off his slumbers, and he saw the earl before him, with a countenance so changed from its usual open majesty, so dark and sombre, that he said involuntarily, "You send me to the doomsman, -- I am ready!"
"Hist, man! Thou hatest Edward of York?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1843 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Political Drama, Drama
- Length: 41,941 words
- Structure: 10 chapters, 564 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Set during the Wars of the Roses, focusing on historical events and figures.
- Romance — Contains romantic subplots and relationships between characters.
- Adventure — Features action, conflict, and dramatic events.
- Political Drama — Explores political intrigue and power struggles.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Medieval Period · English Literature · Noble Families · Power Struggle · Warfare · Chivalry · Knighthood · Feudal System · Middle Ages · British History · Monarchy
Contents
- HOW THE GREAT BARON BECOMES AS GREAT A REBEL
- MANY THINGS BRIEFLY TOLD
- THE PLOT OF THE HOSTELRY - THE MAID AND THE SCHOLAR IN THEIR HOME
- THE WORLD'S JUSTICE, AND THE WISDOM OF OUR ANCESTORS
- THE FUGITIVES ARE CAPTURED - THE TYMBESTERES REAPPEAR - MOONLIGHT ON THE REVEL OF THE LIVING - MOONLIGHT ON THE SLUMBER OF THE DEAD
- THE SUBTLE CRAFT OF RICHARD OF GLOUCESTER
- WARWICK AND HIS FAMILY IN EXILE
- HOW THE HEIR OF LANCASTER MEETS THE KING-MAKER
- THE INTERVIEW OF EARL WARWICK AND QUEEN MARGARET
- LOVE AND MARRIAGE - DOUBTS OF CONSCIENCE - DOMESTIC JEALOUSY - AND HOUSEHOLD TREASON