The Abbess Of Shaftesbury - Anonymous
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The Abbess of Shaftesbury is a historical fiction novel set during the reign of King Richard II in England. The story follows the life of a noblewoman named Lady Margaret, who becomes the Abbess of Shaftesbury Abbey after the death of her husband. Lady Margaret is a strong and determined woman who fights for the rights of her fellow nuns and the people of Shaftesbury. She also becomes romantically involved with John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster, who is a powerful figure in the court of King Richard II. The novel explores the political and social issues of the time, including the power…mehr

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The Abbess of Shaftesbury is a historical fiction novel set during the reign of King Richard II in England. The story follows the life of a noblewoman named Lady Margaret, who becomes the Abbess of Shaftesbury Abbey after the death of her husband. Lady Margaret is a strong and determined woman who fights for the rights of her fellow nuns and the people of Shaftesbury. She also becomes romantically involved with John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster, who is a powerful figure in the court of King Richard II. The novel explores the political and social issues of the time, including the power struggles between the nobility and the church. It also delves into the personal struggles of Lady Margaret as she navigates her role as a leader and her feelings for John of Gaunt. The Abbess of Shaftesbury is a captivating and engaging historical novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman in medieval England.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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The author of The Mabinogion is unknown, as the stories were passed down through Welsh oral tradition before being recorded in medieval manuscripts. They were later preserved in the White Book of Rhydderch and the Red Book of Hergest, two 14th-century texts. Though the scribes remain unnamed, their work safeguarded Wales's rich mythological heritage.These tales draw from ancient Celtic mythology, heroic sagas, and supernatural folklore. They reflect the cultural and political landscape of early Wales, blending history with legend. While the original storytellers are lost to time, their influence endures.In the 19th century, Lady Charlotte Guest translated and popularized The Mabinogion, introducing it to a wider English-speaking audience. Her work helped establish the text as a foundational piece of medieval literature and revived interest in Welsh mythology. Thanks to her efforts and the nameless scribes before her, The Mabinogion continues to captivate readers and scholars alike, preserving the voice of a lost era.