History of Henry Esmond, Esq., A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne
by William Makepeace Thackeray
'History of Henry Esmond, Esq., A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne' Summary
Henry Esmond is a historical novel set in England during the reign of Queen Anne, focusing on the Jacobite uprising, a movement to restore the Stuart monarchy. The novel follows the protagonist, Henry Esmond, a young man born into a Catholic family, navigating the turbulent political and social landscape of the time. His loyalties are tested, his love challenged, and his personal journey intertwines with the broader historical events of the era, including the Catholic-Protestant conflict, the intrigues of the court, and the complexities of war.Book Details
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William Makepeace Thackeray
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William Makepeace Thackeray was an English novelist, author and illustrator, who was born in India. He is known for his satirical works, particularly his 1848 novel Vanity Fair, a panoramic portrait o...
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