The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the XVIIth Century by Longueville
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"The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the XVIIth Century" by Longueville is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the intriguing life of Lady Purbeck, particularly the events surrounding her tumultuous family dynamics during the reign of James I. It explores themes of love, power, and legal struggles, showcasing the personal rivalries and societal implications of the time. At the start of the
narrative, Longueville introduces the tumultuous backdrop of early 17th century England, particularly focusing on Sir Edward Coke, the Attorney-General, and his new bride Lady Elizabeth Hatton, who is also the mother of Frances Coke—Lady Purbeck herself. The opening sets the stage for the conflict between Coke and his rival, Francis Bacon, and highlights the complications arising from their marriages and alliances. The tension escalates from disputes over Frances’ marriage prospects to powerful suitors, revealing family secrets and ambitions that intertwine with the broader political landscape, hinting at the scandalous events that are to unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Longueville, Thomas, 1844-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the XVIIth Century |
| Alternate Title | The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the Seventeenth Century |
| Alternate Title | The Curious Case of Lady Purbeck: A Scandal of the 17th Century |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | KD: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United Kingdom and Ireland |
| Subject | Purbeck, Frances (Coke) Villiers, viscountess, -1645 |
| Subject | Trials (Adultery) -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15257 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 377 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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