Overview
Poynings: A Tale of the Revolution is a historical novel published in 1846 by an anonymous author. The story is set during the late 17th century and follows the life of a young man named Arthur Poynings, who comes from a wealthy and influential family in England. As the English Revolution unfolds, Arthur becomes increasingly involved in the political turmoil of the time. He joins the Whig party, which is fighting for religious tolerance and the rights of the people against the tyranny of the monarchy. Throughout the novel, Arthur faces many challenges and obstacles, including betrayal, imprisonment, and even the threat of execution. However, he remains steadfast in his beliefs and continues to fight for what he believes is right. The novel also explores themes such as love, loyalty, and the power of friendship. Arthur's relationships with his family, friends, and romantic interests are all tested as he navigates the dangerous and uncertain political landscape of the time. Overall, Poynings: A Tale of the Revolution is a thrilling and engaging historical novel that provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of the English Revolution and the people who fought for freedom and justice during this tumultuous time in history.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781165481606
- ISBN-10: 116548160X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.49 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Page Count: 232
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