God's Playthings by Marjorie Bowen
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"God's Playthings" by Marjorie Bowen is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative opens with the dramatic tale of James Scott, Duke of Monmouth, a historical figure involved in a rebellion against King James II of England, exploring themes of ambition, loyalty, and the tragic consequences of political intrigue. The story introduces Duke Monmouth's complex character, characterized by both noble aspirations and deep vulnerabilities, as he navigates the
perils of his rebellion and confronts the bitter reality of his fate. The opening of "God's Playthings" immerses readers in a rich historical tapestry, vividly portraying the events surrounding Monmouth's rebellion. It begins with a letter from Monmouth, revealing his desperation and hope for mercy from the King, illustrated against the backdrop of betrayal and shifting loyalties. As the narrative progresses, it delves into Monmouth's internal struggles, depicting his reluctance to engage in treachery despite the urgings of others, ultimately leading to a poignant climax of existential questions about identity and legacy. This early portion effectively sets up a dramatic and emotionally charged story that promises to explore the intersections of personal ambition and tragic downfall. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bowen, Marjorie, 1888-1952 |
|---|---|
| Title | God's Playthings |
| Contents | The King's son [James Scot, Duke of Monmouth] -- A biography: the Earl of Strafford -- A poor Spanish lodging: Philip Wharton, Duke of Wharton -- Defeat: Edward Plantagenet -- Twilight: Lucrezia Borgia, Duchess d'Este -- The camp outside Namur: Don Juan of Austria -- The Polander -- The extraordinary story of Grace Endicott -- The cup of chicory water -- The burning of the vanities: Being an account of the last day of carnival and the vision of Girolamo Savonarola in the City of Florence, 1497 -- A woman of the people: Madame la Comtesse du Barry -- The aristocrat [Marie Jean Nicolas Caritat, Marquis de Condorcet] -- The betrothed of Pedro el Justicar: Jehanne Plantagenet -- The Macedonian groom: The Emperor Michael III -- The prisoner: Sophia Dorothea of Zell -- The yellow intaglio: Giovanni Pico della Mirandola. |
| Credits |
Produced by Shaun Pinder and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Biographical fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49504 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-49504-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 21, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 413 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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