Boscobel Or The Royal Oak

Boscobel Or The Royal Oak is a historical novel written by William Harrison Ainsworth. The book is set in the 17th century during the English Civil War and follows the story of Charles II, who is on the run from Oliver Cromwell's forces. The novel is named after the famous oak tree where Charles II hid from his pursuers after the Battle of Worcester in 1651.The story begins with Charles II's defeat at the Battle of Worcester and his subsequent flight from the battlefield. He is aided by a group of loyalists who help him evade capture and find refuge in various hiding places, including Boscobel House and the Royal Oak tree. The novel follows Charles II's adventures as he tries to escape from Cromwell's forces and make his way to safety.Throughout the book, Ainsworth provides a vivid portrayal of life during the English Civil War, including the political and social turmoil of the time. He also explores the themes of loyalty, courage, and sacrifice, as the characters risk their lives to protect their king.Boscobel Or The Royal Oak is a gripping historical novel that captures the drama and intrigue of one of the most turbulent periods in English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the English Civil War and the reign of Charles II.The occupants of the oak breathed again after the departure of Colonel James and his troopers, and though they had been greatly alarmed at the time, they soon recovered their spirits, and laughed at the incident. ""Perhaps the excitement was a little too great;"" observed Charles; ""but it has served to break the monotony of our somewhat dull existence. Time, it must be owned, passes very slowly when one is compelled, like the fowls of the air, to roost in a tree. I hope we shall soon have another visit from our faithful William Penderel.""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.