Publisher's Synopsis
Hawkstone V1: A Tale Of And For England is a historical novel written by William Sewell and published in 1848. The book is set in the 17th century and follows the story of the Hawkstone family, a noble family from England. The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different member of the family. The first part of the book follows the story of Sir Henry Hawkstone, a loyal supporter of King Charles I during the English Civil War. The second part of the book focuses on his son, William, who becomes a soldier and fights in various battles across Europe. The third part of the book centers around William's daughter, Mary, who falls in love with a young man named Ralph and must navigate the challenges of their forbidden romance.Throughout the novel, Sewell explores themes of loyalty, honor, and love. He also provides a detailed look at life in 17th century England, including the political and social upheaval of the time. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of battles, landscapes, and characters. Overall, Hawkstone V1: A Tale Of And For England is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history, military history, or historical fiction.In Two 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.
