Sword And Gown (1859)

Sword and Gown is a historical fiction novel written by George Alfred Lawrence and published in 1859. The novel is set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and follows the story of a young man named Francis Hartland, who is torn between his loyalty to the Queen and his love for a Catholic girl named Mary. Francis is a member of the Queen's court and is tasked with spying on Mary and her family, who are suspected of plotting against the Queen. However, as Francis spends more time with Mary, he begins to question his loyalties and starts to sympathize with the Catholic cause. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and political intrigue, as Francis navigates the dangerous world of Elizabethan England. Along the way, he encounters a cast of memorable characters, including the Queen herself, as well as various members of the court and the Catholic underground. Sword and Gown is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in Elizabethan England. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the Tudor period.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.