Kings-At-Arms (1919)

Kings-At-Arms is a novel written by Marjorie Bowen and published in 1919. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the life of a young man named Francis Dawtry who is the son of a poor farmer. Francis is ambitious and dreams of a better life, so he sets out to make a name for himself. He becomes a page in the court of Queen Elizabeth I and works his way up the ranks to become one of the king's heralds.As a herald, Francis travels across the country delivering messages and proclamations on behalf of the king. He also participates in tournaments and battles, where he proves himself to be a skilled fighter. Along the way, Francis falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Cicely, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses.As Francis rises in the ranks, he becomes embroiled in political intrigue and power struggles at court. He must navigate the dangerous waters of court politics and make difficult choices that will affect not only his own future but the future of the kingdom.Kings-At-Arms is a thrilling historical novel that explores themes of ambition, love, and power. Bowen's vivid descriptions of life in 16th-century England bring the story to life, and her characters are complex and engaging. This book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the Tudor era.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.