Below The Salt V1 A Novel (1876)

""Below The Salt V1: A Novel"" is a historical fiction novel written by Lady Wood and originally published in 1876. Set in the 16th century, the story follows the life of a young girl named Cicely, who is born into a family of nobility but is forced to marry a man she does not love in order to save her family's estate. As she navigates the complexities of court life, Cicely must also contend with the political and religious turmoil of the time, including the rise of Protestantism and the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of life in Tudor England, with rich descriptions of the clothing, food, and customs of the era. It also explores themes of love, duty, and loyalty, as Cicely struggles to find her place in a world where women are often marginalized and undervalued. Overall, ""Below The Salt V1: A Novel"" is a captivating and well-researched work of historical fiction that will appeal to fans of the genre and anyone interested in the Tudor period of English history.In Three Volumes.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.