02217cam a22003133u 4500 50518 UtSlPG 20260610134148.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 07008002 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860 Gowrie; or, the King's Plot. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-11-20 Produced by Charles Bowen from page images provided by Google Books (University of California, Davis) "Gowrie; or, the King's Plot" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life of John, Earl of Gowrie, providing a fictional exploration of his life, struggles, and the political intricacies of his time, particularly focused on the mysterious circumstances surrounding the Gowrie Conspiracy. At the start of the novel, the narrative unfolds in Padua on August 15, 1599, introducing Earl Gowrie as a young man caught in contemplation amidst a festive atmosphere. He is soon joined by his friend, Sir John Hume, and they engage in playful banter, moments of reflection, and discussions about their past, intertwined with hints of deeper troubles. The opening portion sets the stage for their connections, particularly as Gowrie's heart is tied to the beautiful Julia, the granddaughter of Manucci, an old scholar embroiled in ominous political intrigue, indicating that their fates are dramatically intertwined with the historical events that are to unfold. As the story progresses, themes of love, loyalty, and treachery emerge, hinting at the political dangers that lurk ahead for the characters involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Gowrie Conspiracy, 1600 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50518 91356 91356