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100 1 _aLytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron,
_d1803-1873
245 1 4 _aThe Last of the Barons — Volume 02
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_of_the_Barons
500 _aRelease date is 2005-03-01
508 _aThis eBook was produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
520 _a"The Last of the Barons — Volume 02" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a historical novel set during the late 15th century, specifically during the tumultuous period of the Wars of the Roses in England. The book primarily revolves around the formidable character of Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick, known as the "Kingmaker," who played a pivotal role in the politics of his time. The narrative explores themes of power, loyalty, and the complexities of noble relationships as England grapples with the conflicts between the rival Yorkist and Lancastrian factions. The story unfolds with the arrival of Marmaduke Nevile, the son of Sir Guy Nevile, who seeks to gain favor with his kinsman, the Earl of Warwick. As he navigates the tumultuous political landscape of the king's court, Marmaduke is introduced to both the splendor and intrigues of noble life, including his interactions with the royal family and the squabbles of various factions vying for power. The plot thickens as Warwick grapples with his deep-rooted loyalties, especially as he prepares to negotiate a crucial alliance with France while contending with the rising influence of the Woodville family, who are connected to King Edward IV. This familial and political interplay, along with Warwick's formidable presence, crafts a vivid portrayal of an era marked by both opulence and turbulence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- Wars of the Roses, 1455-1485 -- Fiction
653 _aWarwick, Richard Neville, Earl of, 1428-1471 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7716
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