Publisher's Synopsis
The Abbess of Shaftesbury: Or The Days of John of Gaunt, published in 1846, is a historical fiction novel written by an anonymous author. The story is set in medieval England during the 14th century and focuses on the life of a young noblewoman named Lady Alicia, who becomes the Abbess of Shaftesbury Abbey after her father's death. As the Abbess, Lady Alicia must navigate the challenges of running a powerful religious institution while also dealing with the political turmoil of the time. The novel also explores her relationship with John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster, who is one of the most powerful men in England and a close ally of her family.The Abbess of Shaftesbury is a tale of love, power, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a fascinating period in English history. The author weaves together historical facts and fictional elements to create a compelling narrative that will captivate readers interested in medieval England and its colorful characters.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.
