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100 1 _aWeyman, Stanley John,
_d1855-1928
245 1 0 _aShrewsbury: A Romance
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-03-14
508 _aProduced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books
520 _a"Shrewsbury: A Romance" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a rich historical context, focusing on the life and experiences of a young protagonist who navigates love, aspiration, and societal challenges in a period marked by political strife and personal ambition. Central to the narrative is the character of Richard Longface, who becomes infatuated with a beautiful, enigmatic maid named Dorinda, whose background and aspirations draw the protagonist into a web of both love and deception. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to Richard Longface, who reflects on his early life and the circumstances leading to his involvement with his noble patron, the Duke of Shrewsbury. As Richard recounts his upbringing and schooling, he provides insights into his character development, including his naive romantic feelings toward Dorinda, who works in the household. Their relationship unfolds amidst the backdrop of social class distinctions and personal ambitions, capturing the tension between their different worlds. This early portion sets the stage for a layered narrative that promises intrigue, emotional conflict, and a vivid exploration of love's complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHistorical fiction
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- William and Mary, 1689-1702 -- Fiction
700 1 _aShepperson, Claude A.
_q(Claude Allin),
_d1867-1921
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39137
999 _c79976
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