The Queen's Favourite: A Story of the Restoration by Pollard and Ewan
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"The Queen's Favourite: A Story of the Restoration" by Eliza F. Pollard is a historical novel set during the mid-20th century. The story unfolds around the tumultuous period following the English Civil War and the subsequent restoration of Charles II to the throne, focusing on the experiences of Queen Henrietta Maria and her young daughter, Princess Henrietta, along with a girl named Agnes Beaumont, who is brought into their lives under mysterious
circumstances. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the challenges faced during a politically charged era. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Queen Henrietta Maria and her daughter in the Louvre, filled with excitement over news of Charles II's return to England. Amidst the joy, a child named Agnes dances into the scene, bringing light to the somber court. The opening sets a tone of nostalgia and sorrow while hinting at Agnes's unknown origins and the fortunes that may change for the characters. As the narrative unfolds, the queen, seeking to stabilize her family's position, decides to bring Agnes close to them, leading to a myriad of interactions as they all navigate their uncertain futures in a society rife with divided loyalties and political strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Adapter | Pollard, Eliza F., 1840-1911 |
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| Illustrator | Ewan, Frances |
| Title | The Queen's Favourite: A Story of the Restoration |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Fire, London, England, 1666 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Plague -- England -- London -- Fiction |
| Subject | Anglo-Dutch War, 1664-1667 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49344 |
| Release Date | Jul 2, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 613 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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