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100 1 _aHolt, Emily Sarah,
_d1836-1893
245 1 0 _aIn Convent Walls :
_bThe Story of the Despensers
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-02-01
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"In Convent Walls" by Emily Sarah Holt is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins with Dame Cicely de Chaucombe, who recounts her experiences and observations while serving in the household of Queen Isabel of France during the 14th century, particularly her reflections on the queen's ambition and its dark consequences. The book explores themes of moral choices, personal sacrifice, and the ramifications of ambition, placing the characters' decisions against the backdrop of historical events. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Cicely's narrative, employing a conversational and reflective tone that draws readers into her world. Cicely's initial hesitations about writing her story reveal her character's depth, as she is both observant and critical of those in power, including Queen Isabel and the men surrounding her. Through dialogues with her husband Jack and reflections on historical figures like Sir Roger de Mortimer, the narrative hints at impending conflict and intrigue within the royal court. This opening portion lays the groundwork for Cicely's personal journey within a broader historical context, inviting readers to witness not only the challenges she faces but also the moral dilemmas presented by those in positions of influence and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHistorical fiction
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- Edward II, 1307-1327 -- Fiction
700 1 _aIrwin, M.
_q(Madelaine)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27958
999 _c68867
_d68867