Publisher's Synopsis
The Headsman of Whitehall is a historical novel written by Philip Sidney and published in 1905. The story takes place in 17th century England during the reign of King Charles II. The protagonist, Richard Lovell, is a young lawyer who is entrusted with the task of defending a woman accused of witchcraft. Lovell soon discovers that the case is more complicated than he first thought, and he becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy involving the King's executioner, the infamous Headsman of Whitehall. As Lovell uncovers the truth behind the conspiracy, he must navigate the treacherous political landscape of Restoration England and risk everything to save his client and himself. The novel is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in English history.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.
