- EAN13
- 9782385822873
- Éditeur
- Quick Read
- Date de publication
- 26/04/2024
- Langue
- anglais
- Fiches UNIMARC
- S'identifier
Livre numérique
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Aide EAN13 : 9782385822873
- Fichier EPUB, libre d'utilisation
- Fichier Mobipocket, libre d'utilisation
- Lecture en ligne, lecture en ligne
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Discover a new way to read classics with Quick Read.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each
chapter.
\- Reading time of the complete text: about 17 hours
\- Reading time of the summarized text: about 1 hour
"Kenilworth" is a historical romance novel by Sir Walter Scott, set in 1575
during the reception of Queen Elizabeth at Kenilworth Castle. The novel
revolves around the murder of Amy Robsart by the Earl of Leicester, who is
driven by ambition and seeks the Queen's favor. The plot involves various
characters such as Giles Gosling, Michael Lambourne, Richard Varney, and
Tressilian, each entangled in a web of deceit, love, and ambition. The novel
received positive reviews for its vivid portrayal of Elizabeth and the
contrast between public splendor and private agony. It explores themes of
selfishness versus selflessness, ambition versus love, and the tragic
circumstances of the characters. The death of Amy Robsart has been a subject
of speculation for over 200 years, and the novel has inspired adaptations in
theater and opera. "Kenilworth" is a compelling tale of love, ambition, and
betrayal set against the backdrop of historical events and courtly intrigue.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each
chapter.
\- Reading time of the complete text: about 17 hours
\- Reading time of the summarized text: about 1 hour
"Kenilworth" is a historical romance novel by Sir Walter Scott, set in 1575
during the reception of Queen Elizabeth at Kenilworth Castle. The novel
revolves around the murder of Amy Robsart by the Earl of Leicester, who is
driven by ambition and seeks the Queen's favor. The plot involves various
characters such as Giles Gosling, Michael Lambourne, Richard Varney, and
Tressilian, each entangled in a web of deceit, love, and ambition. The novel
received positive reviews for its vivid portrayal of Elizabeth and the
contrast between public splendor and private agony. It explores themes of
selfishness versus selflessness, ambition versus love, and the tragic
circumstances of the characters. The death of Amy Robsart has been a subject
of speculation for over 200 years, and the novel has inspired adaptations in
theater and opera. "Kenilworth" is a compelling tale of love, ambition, and
betrayal set against the backdrop of historical events and courtly intrigue.
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