Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck
by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
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Mary Shelley's "Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck" tells the story of Perkin Warbeck, a young man who emerges in the turbulent years following the death of King Edward IV, claiming to be the king's illegitimate son, Richard, Duke of York. The novel traces Warbeck's journey as he gains support from various factions, including the powerful King James IV of Scotland, who sees him as a tool to destabilize England. The story delves into the political maneuvering, the love and betrayal, and the trials faced by Warbeck as he navigates the treacherous waters of power. The novel explores the themes of identity, deception, and the nature of power, juxtaposing Warbeck's ambition with the complexities of loyalty and honor in a time of uncertainty. It ultimately depicts the tragic end of Warbeck's dreams of reclaiming the throne, as he falls victim to the machinations of Henry VII and the weight of his own destiny.Book Details
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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
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Mary Shelley lived a literary life. Her father encouraged her to learn to write by composing letters, and her favorite occupation as a child was writing stories. Unfortunately, all of Mary's juvenilia...
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