The Knight of Gwynne a Tale of the Time of the Union V1

The Knight of Gwynne is a historical novel written by Charles Lever, set in the period of the Union of Great Britain and Ireland. The story revolves around the life of Sir Condy Rackrent, the knight of Gwynne, who is a loyal supporter of the British crown. However, his loyalty is put to the test when he falls in love with a beautiful Irish woman, Lady Eleanor, who is a staunch supporter of the Irish cause.As the story unfolds, Sir Condy finds himself caught up in the political turmoil of the time, with tensions rising between the British and Irish factions. He must navigate his way through the complex web of politics and allegiances, all while trying to win the heart of Lady Eleanor.The novel is a sweeping tale of love, loyalty, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in Irish history. Lever's vivid descriptions and engaging characters bring the story to life, immersing readers in the world of 18th-century Ireland. This is the first volume of the two-part series, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history or classic literature.1899. With an Introduction by Andrew Lang. Lever, Anglo-Irish novelist of the nineteenth-century, wrote 30 novels and five volumes of short stories and essays. This volume begins: It was exactly forty-five years ago that a group, consisting of three persons, drew their chairs around the fire of a handsome dinner-room in Merrion Square, Dublin. The brilliantly lighted apartment, the table still cumbered with decanters and dessert, and the sideboard resplendent with a gorgeous service of plate, showed that the preparations had been made for a much larger party, the last of whom had just taken his departure. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417945451.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.