Publisher's Synopsis
The Interregnum is a historical novel written by R. A. P. Hill and published in 1913. The story is set in England during the 17th century, specifically during the period known as the Interregnum, which was the time between the execution of King Charles I and the Restoration of the monarchy under Charles II. The novel follows the story of a young man named Julian Wingrave, who is a staunch supporter of the Parliamentarian cause and the Commonwealth government that was established after the execution of the king. Julian is a member of a prominent family, but he has renounced his noble title and joined the army to fight for his beliefs.As the story unfolds, Julian becomes disillusioned with the Commonwealth government and its leaders, who he sees as corrupt and hypocritical. He becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the government and restore the monarchy, but his plans are complicated by his love for a young woman named Cicely, who is a staunch supporter of the Commonwealth.The Interregnum is a gripping tale of political intrigue, romance, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in English history. Hill's vivid descriptions of the era and his well-drawn characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the history of England.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.
