The Last of the Barons, Book XI
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 noble who seeks to dominate English politics. Through his character, the novel examines themes of power, loyalty, and morality, raising questions about the nature of nobility and the consequences of unchecked ambition.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1843 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Political Drama · 6 chapters · 16,557 words
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The Chronicles inform us, that two or three days after the entrance of Warwick and Clarence, -- namely, on the 6th of October, -- those two leaders, accompanied by the Lords Shrewsbury, Stanley, and a numerous and noble train, visited the Tower in formal state, and escorted the king, robed in blue velvet, the crown on his head, to public thanksgivings at St. Paul's, and thence to the Bishop's Palace, [not to the Palace at Westminster, as some historians, preferring the French to the English authorities, have asserted, -- that palace was out of repair] where he continued chiefly to reside.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1843 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Political Drama, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 16,557 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 179 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Set in the 15th century, it focuses on historical events and figures.
- Romance — Contains romantic subplots and relationships.
- Political Drama — Centers around political intrigue and power struggles.
- Adventure — Includes elements of action and adventure.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Medieval Period · English Literature · Noble Families · Power Struggle · Warfare · Chivalry · Knighthood · Feudal System · Middle Ages · British History · Royal Courts
Contents
- WHEREIN MASTER ADAM WARNER IS NOTABLY COMMENDED AND ADVANCED - AND GREATNESS SAYS TO WISDOM, "THY DESTINY BE MINE, AMEN."
- THE PROSPERITY OF THE OUTER SHOW - THE CARES OF THE INNER MAN
- FURTHER VIEWS INTO THE HEART OF MAN, AND THE CONDITIONS OF POWER
- THE RETURN OF EDWARD OF YORK
- THE PROGRESS OF THE PLANTAGENET
- LORD WARWICK, WITH THE FOE IN THE FIELD AND THE TRAITOR AT THE HEARTH